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  • spicy pancake@lemmy.zip
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    2 days ago

    my own personal interpretations based entirely on vibes are as follows

    asshole: someone who is intentionally hurtful to others for their own personal gain

    jackass: an asshole who is, additionally, reckless

    dickhead: a jackass who is, additionally, stupid

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      my own personal interpretations based entirely on vibes are as follows

      asshole: the anatomical opening at the end of the digestive tract, commonly known as the anus in human biology.

      jackass: a male donkey belonging to the equine family, often characterized by long ears and a stubborn temperament.

      dickhead: the upper part of the penis, specifically referring to the glans or head of the male reproductive organ.

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      I agree with this except dickhead to me is someone who is rude for no reason and that’s it.

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      I would flip jackass and dickhead around. A dickhead does not have to be stupid, but is more reckless than an asshole. And a jackass can be intentionally a jackass, but most of the time is just an idiot.

      Also, an asshole is more clearly intentional/malicious, whereas a dickhead could be oblivious or unacceptably inconsiderate.

      Interesting. I wonder if that changes regionally.

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    Asshole is just like everyone else is saying. Just toxic, rude and selfish.

    A jackass is embarrassing himself. Maybe had too much to drink, is convinced the waitress appreciates his sexual absences, or tells a dirty joke in front of your grandma.

    A dickhead loves to gloat. There is an I in his team. He will not let you forget your mistakes, and loves to rub it in whenever he’s done one better than you.

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    An asshole is often a deliverer of pure toxin where ever they roam, a jackass is one burdened with delivering unpleasant but often necessary information which is poorly received since they lack diplomatic skills, and a dick head is someone who forces their presence and opinions unnecessarily into situations and places where they are unwelcome.

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    No difference, they mean whatever I need them to mean when I choose to use them. Its weird how language can convey different meanings depending on the context to the point where the word itself doesnt really matter.

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    I think it’s funny how other definitions are different from mine, but I wouldn’t disagree with any of the others. Even if it doesn’t match my definition, yeah, that guy’s a dickhead.

  • ℕ𝕖𝕞𝕠@slrpnk.net
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    An asshole knows she’s behaving in an antisocial manner and takes joy in it.

    A jackass just hasn’t thought her actions through; her harm stems from neglect rather than malice.

    A dickhead is someone who obstructs or antagonizes others; her harm comes from creating barriers or obstacles or otherwise preventing good results for others.

  • FRYD@sh.itjust.works
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    Asshole: Someone who is rude, selfish, or both. Basically a stronger version of jerk.

    Jackass: Someone who is careless or stupid but not rude or selfish. I never call anyone a jackass, but I almost exclusively see it as a term used to deride someone you’re familiar or friendly with for being mischievous or careless.

    Dickhead: Someone who is careless or stupid as well as rude or selfish. All dickheads are assholes, but not all asshole are dickheads.