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sim·ple·ton (-tən)

noun

a person who is stupid or easily deceived; fool

Etymology: < simple, after proper names ending in -ton

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simpleton Synonyms

simpleton

n.

clod, idiot, bungler; see fool 1.


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simpleton Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • mean: The fears of the sister have added to the weakness of the woman; but she is by no means a simpleton in general.

Adjective modifier

  • little: You won't give it me, you little celibate simpleton.

Noun used with modifier

  • celibate: You won't give it me, you little celibate simpleton.
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The revolutionary simpleton is everywhere.

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