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Dolt - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A dolt is a slow-witted or stupid person, often lacking intelligence or common sense. It is used as an insult to describe someone who acts foolishly or without thought.

dolt

/doʊlt/ /dəʊlt/

Definition:

A stupid or slow-witted person.

Synonyms:

fool, idiot, dimwit, simpleton

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

genius, intellectual

Common Collocations:

complete dolt, utter dolt, acting like a dolt

Derivatives:

doltish, doltishly

Usage Tips:

Use "dolt" to describe someone who acts foolishly or lacks common sense, often humorously or insultingly.

Common Phrases:

dumb as a dolt, play the dolt, doltish behavior

Etymology:

Originated in the 16th century, possibly from Middle English "dullen," meaning to make dull or stupid.

Examples:

  • 1. He’s such a dolt for forgetting his keys again.
  • 2. Don’t be a dolt—read the instructions carefully!
  • 3. She called him a dolt after he spilled his drink.
  • 4. The class laughed when the teacher jokingly called him a dolt.

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