Was Does Dolt Mean?

: a stupid person. Other Words from dolt Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Learn More About dolt.

Is dolt a British word?

Dolt probably came from the Middle English word dullen, meaning "to dull, make or become dazed or stupid." To help remember what dolt means, say it out loud, with gusto.

Where does the word Doltish come from?

[Middle English dulte, from past participle of dullen, to dull, from dul, dull; see dull.]