Quote by Ambrose Bierce

Bore, n. A person who talks when you wish him to listen.

Bore, n. A person who talks when you wish him to listen.

Summary

This quote humorously defines a "bore" as someone who fails to notice when others want to be heard, and instead dominates conversations by incessantly talking. It suggests that the true annoyance of a bore lies in their inability to perceive social cues and the desire for meaningful dialogue.

By Ambrose Bierce

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