stupidity

noun
UK: /stjuːˈpɪdəti/
US: /stuːˈpɪdəti/

  1. The state of being stupid; a lack of intelligence or understanding.

    1. His stupidity is a problem.
    2. The politician's comments showed a shocking level of stupidity about the issue.

  2. An act or idea that shows a lack of good sense or judgment.

    1. That was a stupidity to go out.
    2. It was pure stupidity to drive after drinking, and he should be ashamed of himself.

  3. Foolish behavior.

    1. I can't believe his stupidity.
    2. Her persistent stupidity is really starting to get on my nerves.

Synonyms

foolishness idiocy fatuity imbecility

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "stupidity" in English means: The state of being stupid; a lack of intelligence or understanding., An act or idea that shows a lack of good sense or judgment., Foolish behavior..

The phonetic transcription of "stupidity" is /stjuːˈpɪdəti/ in British English and /stuːˈpɪdəti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "stupidity": foolishness, idiocy, fatuity, imbecility.

Example usage of "stupidity": "His stupidity is a problem.". More examples on the page.