Word of the Day... Nincompoop

[Aunt Marg]

Nincompoop: a foolish or stupid person, a fool, a simpleton

 

[Keesha]

Isn’t nincompoop a very judgmental word?

 

[Aunt Marg]

If you're over 50, chances are good you've encountered at least one nincompoop in your day.

 

[Aunt Marg]

Isn’t nincompoop a very judgmental word?

Why, yes, it certainly could be.

Can also be a fun word when used in a friendly and playful manner (non-judgmental form).

 

[Keesha]

Why, yes, it certainly could be.

Can also be a fun word when used in a friendly and playful manner (non-judgmental form).

Well ok then. My husband can be such a nincompoop at times but never I.
Note: it’s not a word I’d ever use. I’m just having fun with it.

 

[Lara]

That word belongs in the thread..."Words That Are Seldom Used Today" At least I, haven't heard it used in ages
https://www.seniorforums.com/threads/words-that-are-seldom-used-today.58245/

 

[Aunt Marg]

That word belongs in the thread..."Words That Are Seldom Used Today" At least I, haven't heard it used in ages
https://www.seniorforums.com/threads/words-that-are-seldom-used-today.58245/

Just think of the bragging rights you're enjoying this Sunday morning, Lara, in seeing it used again.

 

[terry123]

We used to use it quite a bit but we don't get together much anymore. Everybody is so busy. Working or going to school being the main things. Good to see the word again.

 

[ohioboy]

Nincompoop: a foolish or stupid person, a fool, a simpleton

I resemble that remark!

 

[Jules]

Isn’t nincompoop a very judgmental word?

Nincompoop is so much better than some of nouns used in its place nowadays.

 

[Keesha]

So true. Some of which can’t be used here.

 

[Mr. Ed]

nincompoop: fecal discharge from Nincoms