doltish
Adjective: - Heavy and dull and stupid: Describes a person who is slow to understand, lacking intelligence or quickness of mind; characterized by a lack of sharpness or wit.
The adjective "doltish" is used to describe a person's behavior, actions, or general nature as being foolish, slow-witted, or obtuse. It is a formal and somewhat literary term, often implying a sense of exasperation or criticism. It typically modifies nouns referring to people or their characteristics.
- His doltish response to the simple question surprised everyone.
- She was tired of his doltish behavior during important meetings.
- The character's doltish grin made him the comic relief of the play.
- In a metaphorical or extended sense: While primarily describing people, it can occasionally be applied to actions or ideas that seem exceptionally foolish or poorly conceived.
- The plan's doltish simplicity guaranteed its failure.
- Dolt (noun): A stupid person.
- He was often called a dolt by his impatient teacher.
- Doltishly (adverb): In a doltish manner.
- He stared doltishly at the broken machine, unsure what to do.
- Stupid
- Obtuse
- Dim-witted
- Dull
- Unintelligent
- Intelligent
- Clever
- Sharp
- Astute
- Perceptive
The term "doltish" strongly emphasizes a lack of native intelligence or mental agility. It is more specific and critical than simply "slow" and often carries a connotation of being annoyingly or frustratingly stupid. It is not typically used for temporary lapses in judgment but rather for a consistent character trait.
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heavy and dull and stupid
