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Numbskull

usgb/ˈnʌmskʌl/Volume
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Informal InsultPlay
Used casually among friends or in humor, but can be rude if not careful. SlideAfter spilling his drink, Mike smiled and said, 'I'm such a numbskull sometimes!'
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Mild DerogatoryPlay
Less harsh than other insults, but still negative tone about someone's intellect. SlideJenny called herself a numbskull for forgetting her keys again.
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Action OrientedPlay
Often used to criticize a specific unwise action rather than general intelligence. SlideHe's not always a numbskull, just when he rushes decisions.