Synonyms of softheadednext
: having or indicative of a weak, unrealistic, or uncritical mind
a softheaded belief
softheadedly adverb
softheadedness noun

Examples of softheaded in a Sentence

serious scientists who regard UFO followers as softheaded and gullible

Word History

First Known Use

1653, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of softheaded was in 1653

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“Softheaded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/softheaded. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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