thickheaded
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Definition
Adjective: * Lacking intelligence or quickness of mind; slow to understand or learn. This word is an informal, often derogatory, term describing a person who is perceived as stupid, obtuse, or not very bright. It suggests a mind that is figuratively "thick" or dense, making it difficult for ideas to penetrate.
Usage and Examples
This adjective is used to describe a person's perceived intellectual capacity, typically in informal or critical contexts. * He's too thickheaded to understand the simple instructions. * Don't be so thickheaded! The solution is obvious. * I've tried explaining it three times, but she's being completely thickheaded about it.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in moments of frustration or exasperation with someone who is not comprehending something the speaker finds simple.
- It can be considered rude or insulting, so it is not appropriate for formal or polite conversation.
Variants and Related Words
- Thickhead (noun): An informal term for a stupid or foolish person.
- That thickhead forgot his keys again.
- Thick (adjective, informal): In British English especially, "thick" can be used alone to mean stupid.
- He's a bit thick, isn't he?
Synonyms
- Stupid
- Obtuse
- Dense
- Dim
- Slow-witted
- Unintelligent
Antonyms
- Intelligent
- Bright
- Clever
- Quick-witted
- Astute
Adjective
- (used informally) stupid