Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Gormless

What does it mean?

Lacking sense or looking clueless.

Is it positive or negative?

Negative but often playful.

When do you use it?

Used jokingly when someone looks confused or slow to understand.

Examples

Example 1: He stood there looking gormless while everyone laughed.

Example 2: Don't be so gormless-pay attention!

Question for you

Do you ever feel a bit gormless in meetings?

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