Gobshite

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɑbˌʃaɪt/

Definitions of gobshite

noun a contemptible or foolish person

Example Sentences

A1 My little brother called me a gobshite when I accidentally knocked over his Lego tower.

A2 The teacher scolded the student for using inappropriate language, including calling others gobshites.

B1 The politician's controversial remarks were criticized by the public, with many labeling him as a gobshite.

B2 Despite his intelligence, his arrogant attitude often makes him come across as a gobshite in social situations.

C1 The journalist's article exposed the CEO as a gobshite, revealing his corrupt practices and unethical behavior.

C2 In high-stakes negotiations, it is crucial to maintain professionalism and avoid being labeled as a gobshite by the other party.

Examples of gobshite in a Sentence

formal The speaker was taken aback by the inappropriate language used by the gobshite during the conference.

informal I can't believe that gobshite had the nerve to talk to me like that.

slang He's such a bloody gobshite, always talking rubbish.

figurative Her words were like a slap in the face, cutting through the room like a gobshite.

Grammatical Forms of gobshite

• past tense: gobshited
• plural: gobshites
• comparative: more gobshite
• superlative: most gobshite
• present tense: gobshites
• future tense: will gobshite
• perfect tense: have gobshited
• continuous tense: is gobshiting
• singular: gobshite
• positive degree: gobshite
• infinitive: to gobshite
• gerund: gobshiting
• participle: gobshited

Origin and Evolution of gobshite

First Known Use: 1950 year

Language of Origin: Irish English

Story behind the word: The word 'gobshite' is believed to have originated in Ireland.

Evolution of the word: Originally used as a derogatory slang term to describe someone who talks nonsense or is considered foolish, the word 'gobshite' has evolved to be more widely used in colloquial language to insult someone who is seen as annoying or irritating.