Dumb and Nutty

Dumb

Dumb adjective - Not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily.
Usage example: don't call him dumb just because he makes the occasional mistake like the rest of us

Nutty and dumb are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Nutty" instead an adjective "Dumb".

Nearby Words: dumbness, dumbly, dumbed, dumbing

Nutty

Nutty adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment.
Usage example: that's a nutty idea that won't work at all

Dumb and nutty are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dumb" instead an adjective "Nutty".

Nearby Words: nutter, nutting
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