loggerheaded

Thân thiện

A loggerheaded tourist tried to feed a sandwich to a bronze statue.

Definition

Adjective: - (used informally) stupid: The word "loggerheaded" is an informal and somewhat archaic adjective meaning foolish, unintelligent, or slow-witted.

Usage

"Loggerheaded" is a very rare and dated informal term. It is used to describe a person or action that is considered extremely foolish or senseless. Its usage today is mostly found in historical texts or for humorous, exaggerated effect.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• As a colorful insult: The word can be used for emphatic, old-fashioned name-calling.
  • You loggerheaded oaf! You've spilled the entire barrel!

Variants and Related Words

• Loggerhead (noun): Historically, a "loggerhead" could mean a stupid person or a blockhead. It is also a type of turtle.
  • They were always at loggerheads, meaning they were in constant dispute. (Note: This common idiom uses "loggerheads" but carries a different meaning of being in stubborn conflict, not directly implying stupidity).

Synonyms

• Stupid
• Foolish
• Senseless
• Obtuse
• Dense

Idioms

While not an idiom itself, "loggerheaded" is derived from the noun "loggerhead." The primary related idiom is: - To be at loggerheads (with someone): To be in strong disagreement or dispute. - The two departments have been at loggerheads over the budget for months. (This idiom does not mean "being stupid together," but rather "in a state of conflict.")

Học thuật

Adjective

1. (used informally) stupid