Half-witted (Adjective)
Meaning
Retarded in intellectual development.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Usages
Examples
- The doctor was tasked with evaluating the half-witted young man who had been unable to learn basic skills.
- After a few conversations with him, it became apparent that the comedian was playing the role of a half-witted fool on purpose.
- Some of the village elders suspected the boy of being half-witted due to his lack of responsiveness and awkward movements.
- He felt like a half-witted student again, unable to comprehend the professor's complex theories and explanations.
- Many of the children at the institution were considered half-witted, and were thus unable to care for themselves without assistance.