Chump

usgb/tʃʌmp/
noun

A foolish or easily deceived person.

He is such a chump, he believed the scammer's story without question.
Visual representation of "chump" - A foolish or easily deceived person.

Often appears as...

  • play someone for a chump
  • what a chump

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial

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Visual representation of "chump"
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Negative Connotation

Chump implies a negative judgment about someone's intelligence or wisdom.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
Don't be a chump, do your homework before investing.
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Informal Usage

Chump is not formal or polite, often used among friends or in casual conversations.

Illustration for Informal Usage
I felt like a chump after I tripped in the cafeteria.
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Not a Compliment

Calling someone a chump is usually offensive and could hurt their feelings.

Illustration for Not a Compliment
She called her brother a chump when he lost his keys again.
Visual representation of the word "Chump"

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