Blockhead

/ˈblɒkˌhɛd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a person who is slow to understand or stupid; a dullard.

Stop being such a blockhead and listen to what I’m saying!

a person regarded as foolish or unintelligent.

He acted like a complete blockhead during the meeting, ignoring everyone's advice.

a term of mild insult indicating someone’s lack of intelligence.

Don't be a blockhead; that plan will never work.

The term 'blockhead' dates back to the 16th century, originally referring to a head made of wood or a block, implying a lack of intelligence.

blockhead move

An action that demonstrates a lack of common sense or intelligence.

acting like a blockhead

Behaving foolishly or without thought.

blockhead remarks

Comments that are silly or show ignorance.

fool

A person who lacks good sense or judgment.

idiot

An offensive term for a person considered to be unintelligent.

nitwit

A foolish or silly person.

Numbskull

You blockheads thought that the meeting was tomorrow!

Bonehead

What a bonehead thing to do!