Ditz: meaning, definitions and examples

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ditz

 

[ dษชts ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

informal usage

A 'ditz' refers to a person, usually a woman, who is perceived as scatterbrained, silly, or lacking in common sense. This term is often used in a lighthearted or joking manner but can also carry a negative connotation. Ditz can imply that the person is charmingly airheaded, yet it often denotes a lack of seriousness or thoughtfulness. It is typically used in social settings to describe someone who seems to be out of touch with reality or overly preoccupied with trivial matters.

Synonyms

airhead, ditzy person, fool, lightweight, scatterbrain.

Examples of usage

  • She can be such a ditz when it comes to her studies.
  • Don't mind her; she's just a harmless ditz.
  • Whenever I ask her for advice, she always gives such ditzy answers.
  • He calls her a ditz because she forgets things so easily.

Translations

Translations of the word "ditz" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น boba

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‡เคตเค•เฅ‚เคซ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dussel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bodoh

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดัƒั€ะตะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gล‚upiec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท idiot

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ idiota

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aptal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”๋ณด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุญู…ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hlupรกk

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlupรกk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‚ป็“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ neumen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรกviti

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑะนั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒšแƒ‘แƒแƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ axmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ idiota

Etymology

The term 'ditz' is believed to have originated in American English in the late 20th century. It is a shortening of the word 'ditzy,' which itself likely comes from a combination of 'dizzy' and 'foolish.' The blending of these terms reflects a portrayal of someone who is not only forgetful or clumsy but also endearingly so. The usage of 'ditz' became popular in various subcultures, especially among teenagers and young adults, often featured in media and pop culture representations. By the 1980s and 1990s, this term gained traction in casual conversations, particularly in the context of describing characters in movies and television shows who embodied a carefree, clueless demeanor. Over time, 'ditz' has affected the perception of individuals in social contexts, emphasizing traits like naivety but also charm.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,359, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.