Idiocy: meaning, definitions and examples

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idiocy

 

[ หˆษชdiษ™si ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

general use

Idiocy refers to extreme foolishness or a lack of intelligence. It is often used to describe actions or decisions that are perceived as notably unwise or nonsensical. The term can also be associated with a state of being that is seen as silly or absurd.

Synonyms

foolishness, ignorance, insanity, stupidity

Examples of usage

  • His idiocy was evident when he attempted to fix the car without any tools.
  • The proposal was dismissed due to its sheer idiocy.
  • They laughed at her idiocy for believing such a ridiculous story.

Translations

Translations of the word "idiocy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น idiotia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅ‡เคตเค•เฅ‚เคซเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Idiotie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kebodohan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะดั–ะพั‚ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ idiotyzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใ‚ซใ’ใŸใ“ใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท idiotie

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ idiotez

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aptallฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ”๋ณด์ง“

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู…ู‚

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ idiocie

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ idiotizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ„š่ ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ idiotizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heimskuleiki

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐา›ั‹ะปัั‹ะทะดั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜แƒแƒขแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ idiotizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ idiotez

Etymology

The word 'idiocy' originates from the Greek word 'idiotes', which referred to a private citizen, someone not involved in public life or expertise. This term evolved in Latin to 'idiota', which carried the meaning of a person lacking professional skill or knowledge. Over time, the connotation shifted to imply not just a lack of knowledge, but a notable lack of intelligence or common sense. By the late 17th century, 'idiocy' began to be commonly used in English as a reference to mental deficits or extreme foolishness. Its usage in literature and common language has fluctuated, but it remains a vivid descriptor for actions or ideas considered irrational or nonsensical.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,168, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.