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Insulting words for someone who is stupid or silly

stupid

noun

an insulting name for someone who you think is being stupid

jerk

noun

someone who does stupid, annoying, or unkind things

dunce

noun

someone, especially a child, who has difficulty learning things

cretin

noun

a very stupid person

deadhead

noun

a stupid person

cow

noun

an insulting word for a woman, especially one who is stupid or unkind

spastic

adjective

an insulting word for someone who is not good at doing physical things or who is considered stupid. This word is mainly used by children.

dipstick

noun

a stupid or annoying person

wanker

noun

a stupid or unpleasant person

dork

noun

an insulting word for someone who you think is stupid because they behave or dress in a way that is not considered fashionable

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