Synonyms for

Gump

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

Definition

a foolish or inept person

Synonyms & similar words

dummy fool idiot dunce simpleton moron blockhead numskull clod nitwit dolt halfwit imbecile stupid unintelligent brain-dead dense thick dim-witted slow-witted

Example sentences

  1. The gump forgot his homework again.
  2. Don't be a gump and touch the hot stove!
  3. The coach benched the gump for making too many mistakes.
  4. He felt like a gump when he tripped and fell in front of everyone.
  5. The gump didn't understand the instructions and did it wrong.

Quotes

  • Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. - Forrest Gump
  • Stupid is as stupid does. - Forrest Gump
  • I'm not a smart man, but I know what love is. - Forrest Gump

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