Definition of half–wit
: a foolish or imbecilic person
half–wittedness
nounFrom the M-W Editors
First Known Use of half–wit
1640
HALF–WIT Defined for English Language Learners
half-wit
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Definition of half–wit for English Language Learners
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: a foolish or stupid person
HALF–WIT Defined for Kids
half–wit
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\ˈhaf-ˌwit, ˈhäf-\
Definition of half–wit for Students
: a very stupid person
half–witted
\-ˈwi-təd\ adjectiveLearn More about half–wit
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