English Explanatory Dictionary

simpleton

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A simple-minded person lacking common sense.

Pronunciation

/ˈsɪmpəltən/ [ˈsɪmpəltʰən] ~ [ˈsɪmpl̩tʰn̩] LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-simpleton.wav

Word forms

simpleton simpletons

Etymology

From simple + -ton (as in a surname). Compare French simplet, Italian semplicione.

Derived words

simpletonish simpletonism
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