jughead

[juhg-hed]

noun

Slang.

1. a stupid or foolish person.

Word History and Origins

Origin of jughead¹

First recorded in 1925–30; jug ¹ + head

Example Sentences

Let's get it, bro, meant, "D! Wake your jughead self up, and let's hit the court!"

From Salon

Most recently, he wrapped his time on the CW’s “Riverdale,” where he played Jughead Jones.

From Los Angeles Times

Jughead was a favourite because of his unfailing devotion to food.

From BBC

Jughead asks Veronica to help him get out of trouble, and Betty gives Kevin an ultimatum.

From Washington Post

While trying to help out Ethel, Jughead lands himself in trouble.

From Washington Post