shmo
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Definition
- Noun:
- A foolish or contemptible person; a jerk: "shmo" is a slang term, derived from Yiddish, used to describe someone who is considered stupid, annoying, or ineffectual. It carries a connotation of mild contempt or pity.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in a familiar, somewhat humorous, or resigned tone rather than with intense malice. It typically describes foolish behavior rather than evil intent.
Variants and Related Words
- Schmo: An alternative, more common spelling of "shmo."
- Schmuck: (noun) A stronger, more offensive Yiddish-derived slang term for a foolish or contemptible person. (Note: "Schmuck" is considered vulgar.)
- Jerk: (noun) A more common English synonym with a similar meaning.
Synonyms
- Jerk
- Fool
- Nincompoop
- Dope
- Doofus
Related Idioms
- What a shmo!: An exclamation expressing that someone has acted foolishly.