20 People Who Thought They Were Smart But Proved Otherwise

When self-assuredness turns into self-ownage.

You know what they say: real intelligence is knowing how much you don’t know. Sadly, some folks missed that memo and are out here, boldly sharing their misguided “wisdom” for all to hear. The best part? They have no idea they’re wrong.

Social media is like a stage for these confident mis informers. They find their tribe of equally mistaken souls, and together, they reinforce each other’s incorrect beliefs. It’s a sight to behold, really.

Check out these moments where people thought they had it all figured out but ended up proving otherwise. Let’s have a good laugh at their expense – because hey, if you can’t laugh at someone else’s mistakes, what can you do?

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Chris Wahl

Chris, co-owner of WorldWideInterweb, is a true aficionado of all things internet and meme-y. When he’s not curating the best of the web, you’ll likely find him on the golf courses of Florida.