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Meaning of Idiot
A person who is considered foolish or stupid.
Etymology of Idiot
The word "idiot" originates from the Greek word "ἰδιώτης" (idiōtēs), meaning "a private person" or "a layman", which was later used to describe someone who was uneducated or ignorant
The term was first used in English in the 14th century to describe a person of low intelligence or poor judgment
Over time, the word has taken on a more derogatory connotation, and its use is now generally considered impolite or offensive
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person of very low intelligence or poor judgment
- A person who is considered foolish or stupid, often in a way that is annoying or frustrating
- In medicine, a person with a severe intellectual disability, now considered an outdated and offensive term
Usage Examples
- The driver who cut me off was a complete idiot for not checking his blind spot
- My brother can be such an idiot when it comes to managing his finances
- The company's decision to invest in the failing project was idiotic and has cost them millions
Antonyms
genius
prodigy
intellectual
sage
expert
mastermind
polymath
scholar
thinker
philosopher
strategist
visionary
innovator
pioneer
leader
virtuoso
maestro
guru
mentor
sage
clever
wise
astute
discerning
perceptive
intelligent
brilliant
erudite