goon

• Substantiv mit zwei häufigen Bedeutungen: (1) eine ungeschickte oder dumme Person, und (2) ein aggressiver und gewalttätiger junger Krimineller oder angeheuerter Schläger.

A noun with two common meanings: (1) an awkward or stupid person, and (2) an aggressive and violent young criminal or hired thug.

1. Awkward or foolish personB2informal

   A person who is clumsy, awkward, or lacking intelligence.

   Unbeholfene oder törichte Person

   • He tripped over his own feet like a total goon.
   • Don't be such a goon; pay attention to what you're doing.
   • The class clown acted like a goon to make everyone laugh.

   Synonymecloddoltduncefoolloutoaf

2. Aggressive criminalB2informal

   A hired thug or violent criminal, often used for intimidation or enforcement.

   Schläger

   • The mob boss sent his goons to collect the debt.
   • A couple of goons were waiting outside the bar to start a fight.
   • The movie featured a gang of goons working for the villain.

   Synonymeenforcergangsterheavyhenchmanhoodlummuscleruffianstrongmanthugtough