Idiocy

ˈɪd.i.ə.si

Meaning & Definition

noun

Extreme stupidity or foolishness.

His idiocy was evident when he ignored all warnings and proceeded with his reckless plan.

An act or instance of foolishness.

The politician's latest gaffe was labeled an idiocy by the media.

Outdated or non-scientific term for a state of profound intellectual disability.

During the early 20th century, some individuals were wrongfully diagnosed with idiocy based on flawed criteria.

From French 'idiotie', from Greek 'idiotēs', meaning 'private, belonging to oneself'.

act of idiocy

An action characterized by extreme foolishness.

utter idiocy

Complete and total foolishness.

beyond idiocy

Going past what can reasonably be considered foolish.

idiot

A person who is very foolish or stupid.

idiotic

Very foolish or stupid.

Nonsense or foolish ideas.

Don't listen to his idiocy; he's just rambling.

A term to describe someone acting foolishly.

Stop being such an idiot; that’s just idiocy!