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Meaning of stupid
The primary meaning of the word "stupid" is lacking in intelligence or common sense.
Etymology of stupid
The word "stupid" comes from the Latin "stupidus," which means "numb" or "dazed," and is related to "stupere," which means "to be numb" or "to be astonished"
Historically, the word has been used to describe someone who is foolish, silly, or lacking in intelligence
Synonyms
foolish
silly
ridiculous
absurd
preposterous
laughable
comical
humorous
idiotic
brainless
mindless
senseless
irrational
illogical
unreasonable
imprudent
unwise
impractical
inept
incompetent
ineffectual
ineffective
obtuse
dull
dim-witted
slow-witted
simple-minded
naive
gullible
credulous
foolishly
silly
absurdly
ridiculously
preposterously
laughably
comically
humorously
Definitions
- Lacking in intelligence or common sense
- * Having or showing a great lack of intelligence, sense, or discretion
- * Lacking intelligence or mental acuity
Usage Examples
- The stupid mistake cost the team the game
- * It was stupid of me to forget my phone at home
- * The stupid rules are frustrating and unnecessary