Difference between Numskull and Knucklehead

What is the difference between Numskull and Knucklehead?

Numskull as a noun is a dunce, mentally dull or stupid person. while Knucklehead as a noun is an idiot; a stupid or inept person

Numskull

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person. A label for a person who refuses to learn or grow mentally. A traditional name for a fool who serves as the butt of jokes about stupidity.

Knucklehead

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An idiot; a stupid or inept person

We hope you now know whether to use Numskull or Knucklehead in your sentence.

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