jackdaw

/ˈdʒækˌdɔː/

Definitions

1. noun

a medium-sized, black bird with a silvery sheen, known for its intelligence and ability to mimic human speech

“The jackdaw perched on the windowsill, watching the family with curious eyes.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is considered to be of inferior quality or lacking in desirable qualities

“He was considered a jackdaw among his peers, always trying to take shortcuts to get ahead.”

Synonyms

  • corbie
  • magpie

Antonyms

  • exemplar
  • paragon