Quote by Don Herold

There is nobody so irritating as somebody with less intelligence and more sense than we have.

There is nobody so irritating as somebody with less intellig

Summary

This quote reflects the feeling of annoyance we experience when dealing with someone who may lack intelligence but seems to possess more common sense or practicality than ourselves. It suggests that it can be frustrating to encounter individuals who may not have high intellectual capacities yet demonstrate a better grasp of practical matters, making us feel ignorant or inadequate in comparison. This quote highlights the discomfort we may feel when we perceive others as more reasonable, despite their intellectual limitations.

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Intelligence

By Don Herold

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