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meathead Synonyms

Another word for meathead

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• noun (Context 1)

A stupid, slow-witted, or unthinking person, often stereotyped as someone who prioritizes physical strength or bodybuilding over intellect (informal, derogatory).

Usage Example

"He hated being stereotyped as a clueless bonehead just because he spent two hours a day lifting weights at the gym."

Strongest
bonehead
blockhead
knucklehead
numbskull
musclehead
Strong
lunkhead
dimwit
idiot
dunce
dolt

Opposites of meathead

The opposite of meathead shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

genius
intellectual
brainiac
mastermind
scholar
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