Meaning & use
Dumber
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The comparative form of 'dumb,' meaning less intelligent or sensible than something else.
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Some critics said the sequel was dumber than the original film.
I feel dumber every time I try to assemble furniture without instructions.
A note on using this word
As with 'dumbest,' the comparative 'dumber' almost always refers informally to a lack of sense rather than the literal, dated meaning 'unable to speak.'
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less intelligentsillier
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