Synonyms for

Benny

Verb / ˈbeni: / Another word for benny — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a nickname for the given name Benjamin

Synonyms & similar words

jackbenny benny sesame sesamumindicum benne benni benjaminkubelsky Ben Benji Benjie Bennie Bennyboy Bennykins Benno Beny Binny Bini Binx Bennybear Bennybug Bennybunny Bennybop Bennyboo Bennyboyd Bennybob Bennycakes Bennydog

Synonyms by register

Formal

foolish unwise ill-advised imprudent

Informal

silly dumb stupid dopey goofy

Literary

simpleton nincompoop dolt

Antonyms

wise intelligent clever astute shrewd sagacious

Common collocations

  • silly benny
  • poor benny
  • poor old benny
  • just a benny
  • like a benny

Word family

noun benny

Usage note

Benny is a highly informal and often derogatory term for a foolish person. It is rarely used in formal contexts and can be considered offensive.

Example sentences

  1. Benny is coming over.
  2. I saw Benny at the park.
  3. My cousin's name is Benny.
  4. Benny likes to play soccer.
  5. I like Benny's yellow shirt.

Quotes

  • 'Benny, I know you're in there. I'm not mad. I just want to talk.' - Stranger Things
  • 'I'm not a businessman, I'm a business, man.' - Jay-Z
  • 'Benny and the Jets' - Elton John

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