muddlehead

/ˈmʌdəlˌhed/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is confused, disorganized, or lacking in mental clarity.

“She was a bit of a muddlehead when it came to solving complex math problems.”

2. noun

A person who is awkward or inept, especially in social situations.

“He was a muddlehead at parties and often said the wrong thing.”

Synonyms

  • blockhead
  • scatterbrain
  • simpleton

Antonyms

  • enlightened
  • genius
  • profound