Did You Know: Gullible Not in Dictionary

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In summary, the conversation revolves around the word 'gullible' not appearing in the dictionary and a joke about it not being funny. The conversation also includes mentions of other words not appearing in the dictionary and a joke hotline. One person also mentions skipping 4th grade, which leads to a negative reaction.
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Did you know that the word 'gullible' does not appear in the dictionary?
 
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Dude, that hasn't worked since 4th grade.
 
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DaveC426913 said:
Did you know that the word 'gullible' does not appear in the dictionary?
What dictionary do you have that it's not listed in?

edit: I was wondering if it's supposed to be a joke, but since it's not funny, I figured he must have some non-english dictionary.
 
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Wow. "irregardless" is not in my dictionary either. That's not copacetic.
 
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If it were not for the suave and acute intelligences of the two mentors, I bwould have checked whether the word "gullible" stood in my dictionary or not..:frown:
 
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Evo said:
What dictionary do you have that it's not listed in?

edit: I was wondering if it's supposed to be a joke, but since it's not funny, I figured he must have some non-english dictionary.
It's a really old joke...and no, it never was funny.
 
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DaveC426913 said:
Did you know that the word 'gullible' does not appear in the dictionary?
You know there's a spot on your shirt, right there...?
 
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Have you tried the dial up joke line at 1-800-JOKEQSS?
 
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Hey, can I help it if I skipped 4th grade?

The dude who told it to me last week didn't get beaten up this much! :cry:
 
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What, really?
 
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O...m...g..
 

FAQ: Did You Know: Gullible Not in Dictionary

What does "gullible" mean?

"Gullible" means easily fooled or deceived.

Why is "gullible" not in the dictionary?

While "gullible" may not be listed in some dictionaries, it is a commonly used word and is recognized as a valid term in the English language.

How do I use "gullible" in a sentence?

You can use "gullible" in a sentence to describe someone who is easily tricked or believes everything they are told. For example, "She's so gullible, she fell for his prank without hesitation."

Is "gullible" a negative word?

Some may view "gullible" as a negative word because it implies someone is easily fooled. However, it is a neutral term and can be used without a negative connotation.

Can you give an example of someone who is gullible?

A good example of someone who is gullible is a person who falls for online scams or believes in conspiracy theories without questioning their validity.

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