Quote by George Bernard Shaw

I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would be an affront to your intelligence.

I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would be an

Summary

This quote humorously implies that the speaker finds the other person's intelligence lacking. By stating that taking them seriously would be an affront, it suggests that their opinions or statements are not worthy of serious consideration. The quote playfully challenges the intelligence of the individual while also dismissing the notion of giving them any credibility or respect.

By George Bernard Shaw

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