Yokel (Noun)
Meaning
A person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The sitcom relied on the stereotypical yokel character for comedic relief, often depicting him as unsophisticated and clueless.
- Due to his lack of formal education, the townsfolk perceived John as a yokel, but he possessed a natural talent for craftsmanship.
- He felt like a yokel in the midst of the city's vibrant art scene, unable to appreciate the abstract pieces on display.
- Visitors often encountered yokels at the local bars, who boasted about their limited knowledge and would engage in heated arguments over irrelevant topics.
- In the film, the protagonist, a well-read intellectual, found himself stuck with a yokel of a travel companion, who cared more about reality TV than historical landmarks.