Oaf and Sage

Opposite meaning words

Oaf noun - A big clumsy often slow-witted person.

Usage example: it's not polite to call your brother a stupid oaf

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Sage is an antonym for oaf.

Nearby Word: oafish

Sage noun - A person of deep wisdom or learning.

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Oaf is an antonym for sage.

Nearby Word: sagely

friendly oaf

friendly sage

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