Meaning of idiotic in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌɪdiˈɑdɪk/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   idiotic

   Definitions

   1. insanely irresponsible

   Examples

   • « an idiotic idea »

   Synonyms

   • insane
2. 2. completely devoid of wisdom or good sense

   Examples

   • « the absurd excuse that the dog ate his homework »
   • « that's a cockeyed idea »
   • « ask a nonsensical question and get a nonsensical answer »
   • « a contribution so small as to be laughable »
   • « it is ludicrous to call a co »

   Synonyms

   • foolish
3. 3. having a mental age of three to seven years

   Synonyms

   • unintelligent
   • stupid