simpleton
word
Definition
A simpleton is a person who is not very smart or easily fooled; someone who lacks common sense or understanding.
Usage & Nuances
'Simpleton' is usually old-fashioned or mildly insulting. It's mainly used in stories or to criticize someone's lack of intelligence. Not commonly used in casual modern speech.
Spanish: tonto - simplónPortuguese (BR): simplório - boboPortuguese (PT): simplório - patetaChinese (Simplified): 傻瓜 - 愚蠢的人Chinese (Traditional): 傻瓜 - 愚蠢的人Hindi: मूर्ख - भोलाArabic: أبله - ساذج
Example Sentences
Tom is a simpleton who believes everything he hears.
basic
Don't act like a simpleton; think before you speak.
basic
Everyone laughed at the village simpleton.
basic
Don't be such a simpleton—of course that email was a scam!
natural
He plays the simpleton so people underestimate him.
natural
Calling someone a simpleton can really hurt their feelings.
natural