Dopey

usgb/ˈdəʊpi/
adjective

Someone acting in a way that shows they are not thinking clearly.

He seems a bit dopey without his morning coffee.
Visual representation of "dopey" - Someone acting in a way that shows they are not thinking clearly.

Often appears as...

  • act dopey
  • look dopey

Usage tips

Informal

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Visual representation of "dopey"
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Temporary State

Used when someone's not thinking clearly, possibly due to sleepiness or distraction.

Illustration for Temporary State
After the long flight, he was dopey and kept forgetting things.
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Not Derogatory

It's a gentle term and not meant to be very harsh or insulting.

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Oh, don't mind me, I'm just being a bit dopey this morning.
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Often Playful

Can be used affectionately in casual conversation.

Illustration for Often Playful
You're acting dopey, but it's cute how you can't stop yawning.
Visual representation of the word "Dopey"

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