idiocy

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id·i·o·cy

[id-ee-uh-see]
noun, plural id·i·o·cies.
1.
utterly senseless or foolish behavior; a stupid or foolish act, statement, etc.
2.
Psychology. (no longer in technical use; considered offensive) the state of being an idiot.

Origin:
1520–30; idio(t) + -cy; compare Greek idiōteía uncouthness


1. foolishness, inanity, folly.

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Idiocy is always a great word to know.
So is flibbertigibbet. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
Example Sentences
  • Of course this wouldn't apply the those who thought this idiocy up, since their brains are obviously smaller.
  • And choosing to turn your back on its wonders is the height of idiocy.
  • But others view a doctor's willingness to film his work as a sign of idiocy.
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idiocy (ˈɪdɪəsɪ)
 
n , pl -cies
1.  (not in technical usage) severe mental retardation
2.  foolishness or senselessness; stupidity
3.  a foolish act or remark

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idiocy id·i·o·cy (ĭd'ē-ə-sē)
n.
The state or condition of being an idiot; profound mental retardation.

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