What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
airhead
Example
She's such an airhead, she forgot her own phone number. [airhead: noun]
Example
He's always daydreaming and forgetting things, he's a total airhead. [airhead: adjective]
blockhead
Example
Don't be a blockhead, it's obvious that won't work. [blockhead: noun]
Example
He's so stubborn and set in his ways, he's a real blockhead. [blockhead: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Airhead is more commonly used than blockhead in everyday language. Airhead is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while blockhead is less common and may be considered more insulting.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between airhead and blockhead?
Neither airhead nor blockhead are formal words, and both are considered somewhat insulting. However, airhead is more commonly used in casual conversation and may be considered less harsh than blockhead.
