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Definition of numskull

numskull

/ˈnʌmˌskʌl/
(UK: numbskull)
num · skull
Plural:numskulls
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Adjective:numskulled
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numskull Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A foolish, stupid, or slow-witted person (used informally).

Example

"Only a complete numskull would leave the front door unlocked while going away for the weekend."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Also commonly spelled "numbskull," reflecting its etymological origin.

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• Nearby Words

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nummy
numskull
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 18th century as a compound of "numb" (meaning dull or insensible) and "skull" (used figuratively to mean the brain or intellect).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Numskull. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/numskull
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