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airhead

 

[ หˆษ›rหŒhษ›d ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

informal usage

An 'airhead' is a slang term used to describe a person who is perceived as being scatterbrained or lacking in intelligence. Often, this term is used humorously or derogatorily to refer to someone who seems oblivious to their surroundings or the importance of certain situations. The word paints a picture of someone who is more focused on daydreaming or superficial matters rather than engaging with deeper issues or responsibilities. While it can be used jokingly among friends, it may also carry a negative connotation depending on the context.

Synonyms

ditz, dunce, nincompoop, scatterbrain, simpleton

Examples of usage

  • She's such an airhead; she forgot her own birthday.
  • Don't be an airhead; pay attention to the meeting.
  • He always acts like an airhead around girls.
  • I can't believe he lost his phone again; what an airhead.

Translations

Translations of the word "airhead" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cabeรงa de vento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‡เคตเค•เฅ‚เคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Luftkopf

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bodoh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒั€ะฝะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gล‚upiec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใŠใฐใ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tรชte en l'air

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cabeza de aire

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aptal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”๋ณด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุญู…ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hlupรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlupรกk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฉบๅคด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ neumenjak

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรญflar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ั‹ะปัั‹ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒ˜แƒงแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ beyinsiz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tonto

Etymology

The term 'airhead' originates from the combination of the word 'air,' which conveys a sense of lightness or emptiness, and 'head,' referring to the mind or intellect. The slang began to gain popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s. It was primarily used in informal contexts to describe individuals who seemed not to engage much in intellectual pursuits or were perceived as frivolous. The imagery evoked by the word suggests a light, airy quality to one's thoughts, implying a lack of depth or seriousness. Its usage has since spread through various pop culture references, including television shows and movies, solidifying its place in informal American vernacular. The term continues to be used today, though its connotation can vary significantly based on the intent of the speaker.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,649, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.