bozos

word · lemma: bozo

Definition

A slang word for silly or foolish people, often used to describe someone acting in a ridiculous or incompetent way.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal and sometimes mildly insulting; mainly used in American English to call out someone's foolishness or incompetence. Avoid in formal writing. Often pluralized as 'bozos.' Similar to 'clowns' but less harsh than stronger insults.

Example Sentences

Those bozos forgot to lock the door.

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The manager had to deal with some bozos in the meeting.

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Don't listen to those bozos; they don't know anything.

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The parking lot was full because a bunch of bozos couldn't park straight.

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Who let these bozos run the show?

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These bozos think they can fix it themselves, but they'll just make it worse.

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