stick-in-the-mud

Definitions

A person who is old-fashioned and avoids new experiences or activities.

Someone who is boring, dull, or refuses to participate in fun or social events.

Examples

Don't be such a stick-in-the-mud; come out with us and enjoy the party for once.

He was labeled a stick-in-the-mud because he refused to try any of the new activities the rest of the group suggested.

Synonyms

fuddy-duddy killjoy square conservative old fogy wet blanket dullard

Antonyms

social butterfly life of the party adventurer trendsetter progressive extrovert risk-taker