Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wally

noun
/ˈwɒli/
Definition
A foolish or inept person; someone who is silly or clumsy.
Examples
  • Don’t be such a wally; think before you act!
  • His wally behavior at the party embarrassed everyone.
  • She often calls her brother a wally when he forgets simple things.
Meaning
Often used to describe a person who makes foolish mistakes or lacks common sense.
Synonyms
  • fool
  • idiot
  • simpleton
  • dunce
  • nincompoop