asses
Translation
donkeys, fools, idiots
Examples
The farmer used two asses to pull the cart.
The farmer used two donkeys to pull the cart.
Stop acting like a bunch of asses.
Stop acting like a bunch of fools.
Grammar Patterns
((plural noun)) donkeys The farmer used two asses to pull the cart.
((plural noun)) fools; idiots Stop acting like a bunch of asses.
Similar Words
Synonyms: donkeys, fools, idiots
Etymology
From Old English *assa*, from Latin *asinus* meaning 'donkey'.
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'assess' (to evaluate), but has a completely different meaning. It's the plural of 'ass', which can be a donkey or a foolish person.