Meaning of Forrest Gump | Babel Free

Definitions

A simple-minded but good-hearted person who becomes involved in historically significant events by chance; (derogatory, potentially offensive) a simpleton, a fool.

figuratively

Examples

“At a recent conference, I remarked that I felt a little like the Forrest Gump of interest rate futures. One accident after another has placed me in the company of people who have been innovative thinkers and doers in the futures business...”

“So, how do you present a two-week usability study of Quickenloans.com to senior leadership in Forrest Gump style?”

CEFR level