nitwit

/ˈnɪtwɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A foolish or annoying person.

“He was labeled a nitwit by his classmates for his silly behavior.”

2. verb

To confuse or perplex someone.

“The complex instructions nitwitted her, making it impossible to assemble the furniture.”

Synonyms

  • dolt
  • fool
  • simpleton

Antonyms

  • brilliant
  • genius