Idiotez (en. Idiocy)

/idioteθ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The quality of being an idiot.
His idiocy led him to make reckless decisions.
Su idiotez lo llevó a tomar decisiones imprudentes.
An action or statement characteristic of an idiot.
The idiocy he mentioned in the meeting caused laughter among those present.
La idiotez que mencionó en la reunión causó risa entre los presentes.
Foolishness or stupidity.
I can't believe he did such an idiocy.
No puedo creer que hiciera tal idiotez.

Etymology

It derives from Latin 'idiotēs', which means 'uneducated person' or 'ignorant'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to commit an idiocy
To do something extremely foolish or senseless.
cometer una idiotez
to speak with idiocy
To converse in a nonsensical or ridiculous manner.
hablar con idiotez
there is no idiocy that cannot be done
It expresses that anything is possible, even nonsense.
no hay idiotez que no se pueda hacer

Related Words

idiot
A person who lacks sensibility or reason.
idiota
to idiotize
To make someone act in a stupid or senseless manner.
idiotizar
idioticism
An expression or attitude characteristic of idiots.
idiotismo

Slang Meanings

silly thing
That idea is an idiocy.
Esa idea es una idiotez.
stupid behavior
Don't be an idiot, don't do that.
No seas idiota, no hagas eso.