noun
- a hired thug or enforcer, especially one who uses violence or intimidation
- a foolish or silly person
Usage: informal
Usage: informal
Examples
- The crime boss sent his goons to collect the debt.
- Two goons in dark suits stood guard at the entrance.
- Don’t be such a goon – think before you act.
- He felt like a complete goon after tripping in front of everyone.
- The movie villain always had a couple of goons following him around.
- Stop acting like a goon and help us solve this problem.