saphead

noun

ˈsap-ˌhed How to pronounce saphead (audio)
Definition of sapheadnext
as in idiot
a stupid person an important diplomatic post that is no place for a saphead

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saphead
  1. stupid
  2. dummy
  3. loser
Noun
  • An underrated gem — not enough people have seen this top-tier season — Squirrels Trip has some fabulous vocals, very funny lyrics, a heavy dose of stupid, and an engaging story.
    Barry Levitt, Vulture, 19 Apr. 2024
  • The stupid!
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 2 July 2021
Definition of stupid
Noun
  • Each year, fire safety officials warn of the dangers of fireworks and stage demonstrations of dummies that catch fire and watermelons that explode.
    Linda Trischitta, Sun-Sentinel.com, 10 July 2017
  • Zuby said the Tesla Model S didn’t have a strong enough safety belt, and a dummy used to simulate a driver in the small overlap test moved too far forward during the crash, striking its head on the steering wheel.
    Diana Kruzman, USA TODAY, 6 July 2017
Definition of dummy
Noun
  • Both coaches have worked to downplay the magnitude of the moment — not just the stakes of this game but also the implications for the winner and, even more so, the fallout for the loser.
    Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
  • The winner gets the coveted first-round bye, while the loser will have to go on the road for a wild-card playoff game.
    Austin Mock, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of loser
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