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stupidest

 

[ ˈstjuː.pɪ.dɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

extreme foolishness

The term 'stupidest' is the superlative form of the adjective 'stupid,' which refers to someone or something exhibiting a lack of intelligence or common sense. It is used to describe actions, decisions, or people that display a high degree of foolishness. Additionally, this term can express frustration or disappointment with a situation perceived as exceptionally illogical or irrational. It can also be used humorously or sarcastically among friends when discussing silly mistakes.

Synonyms

dumber, foolish, sillier.

Examples of usage

  • That was the stupidest thing I've ever done.
  • He made the stupidest mistake in the exam.
  • I can't believe she said the stupidest thing during the meeting.

Translations

Translations of the word "stupidest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais estúpido

🇮🇳 सबसे बेवकूफ

🇩🇪 der dümmste

🇮🇩 paling bodoh

🇺🇦 найглупіший

🇵🇱 najgłupszy

🇯🇵 最も愚かな

🇫🇷 le plus stupide

🇪🇸 el más estúpido

🇹🇷 en aptal

🇰🇷 가장 어리석은

🇸🇦 الأكثر غباءً

🇨🇿 nejhloupější

🇸🇰 najhlúpejší

🇨🇳 最愚蠢的

🇸🇮 najneumenjši

🇮🇸 heimskast

🇰🇿 ең ақымақ

🇬🇪 ყველაზე სულელი

🇦🇿 ən axmaq

🇲🇽 el más estúpido

Etymology

The word 'stupid' originates from the Latin 'stupidus', which means 'amazed' or 'dazed'. This Latin term was derived from 'stupere', meaning 'to be stunned or astonished'. The term evolved over time into Middle English as 'stupide' before finally becoming 'stupid' in Modern English. The use of 'stupid' has developed to convey a stronger implication of a lack of intelligence or common sense rather than mere astonishment. The superlative form 'stupidest' serves to emphasize the extreme degree of foolishness. Its historical usage reflects societal attitudes toward intelligence and foolishness, evolving from a neutral descriptor of astonishment to a more judgmental term used in various contexts to criticize someone's actions or decisions. The evolution of the term illustrates how language adapts and reflects cultural perceptions of intellect and reason.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,820 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.