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British slang
Lacking intelligence; stupid.
Safe to use?
Avoid using it with strangers or in formal settings.
Tone
Can sound rude or teasing depending on tone.
Region
UK
Formality
Informal.
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gormless means Lacking intelligence; stupid. It is best read as british slang associated with UK.
"gormless" means Lacking intelligence; stupid. In UK, the nuance may be more specific.
Can sound rude or teasing depending on tone.
Avoid using it with strangers or in formal settings.
Context-dependent
Dunce; blockhead; goofball.
Lid/cap; used to imply someone is dense or empty-headed
A stupid or silly person.
Donkey; used to call someone stupid or stubborn.
Stupid; foolish.
Stupid or idiotic (often used affectionately or lightly)
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