What does DOLTS mean?

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Noun

Definitions:
  • A stupid or foolish person (source: Lexico)
  • A person who is slow to understand things (source: Merriam-Webster)
Pronunciations:
  • US: /dōlt/
  • UK: /dəʊlt/
Origin and Usage:

The word "dolt" originated in the early 16th century from the Middle Low German word "dult" meaning "a simpleton". It is mainly used to describe a person who is stupid or slow to understand things.

Synonyms:
  • Idiot
  • Fool
  • Dimwit
  • Dunce
Related Words:
  • Dummy
  • Clown
  • Chump
  • Booby
  • Doofy
Example Sentences:
  • She thought he was a complete dolt for not realizing that she was flirting with him.
  • He was so slow to understand the joke that everyone thought he was a dolt.


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