Bonehead and Sage

Bonehead

Bonehead adjective - Not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily.
Usage example: dreaded spending the holidays with his bonehead relatives

Sage is an antonym for bonehead.

Sage

Sage adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

Bonehead is an antonym for sage.

Nearby Word: sagely
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