Pronunciation: /ˈɡleɪkɪt/

Definitions of glaikit

adjective showing a lack of intelligence or thought; foolish or giddy

Example Sentences

A1 She looked glaikit when she couldn't find her keys.

A2 The glaikit expression on his face showed that he was confused.

B1 The glaikit tourist struggled to understand the local customs.

B2 Despite his glaikit appearance, he was actually quite intelligent.

C1 Her glaikit behavior belied her true intelligence.

C2 The professor's glaikit demeanor in class was misleading, as he was a brilliant researcher.

Examples of glaikit in a Sentence

formal The glaikit expression on his face indicated he was not paying attention.

informal Stop looking so glaikit, pay attention!

slang She's always so glaikit, it's annoying.

figurative His glaikit attitude towards his studies will not lead him to success.

Grammatical Forms of glaikit

past tense

looked

plural

glaikits

comparative

more glaikit

superlative

most glaikit

present tense

glaiks

future tense

will glaikit

perfect tense

have glaikit

continuous tense

is glaikiting

singular

glaikit

positive degree

glaikit

infinitive

to glaikit

gerund

glaikiting

participle

glaikited

Origin and Evolution of glaikit

First Known Use: 1500 year
Language of Origin: Old Norse
Story behind the word: The word 'glaikit' originated in Scotland and is derived from the Old Norse word 'glakkr' meaning 'staring, foolish'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'glaikit' has evolved to mean 'stupid, clueless, vacant' in Scottish dialects.