"softheaded" meaning in English

See softheaded in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Forms: more softheaded [comparative], most softheaded [superlative]
Etymology: soft + headed Etymology templates: {{compound|en|soft|headed}} soft + headed Head templates: {{en-adj}} softheaded (comparative more softheaded, superlative most softheaded)
  1. (informal) Lacking sound judgment or resolve; stupid; weak-minded. Tags: informal Synonyms: soft in the head, soft-headed Related terms: queer in the head

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