Meaning of stupid(p) in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    stupid(p)

    Definitions

    1. in a state of mental numbness especially as resulting from shock

    Examples

    • « he had a dazed expression on his face »
    • « lay semiconscious, stunned (or stupefied) by the blow »
    • « was stupid from fatigue »

    Synonyms

Famous quotes

  • « You know when you're young and you see a play in high school, and the guys all have gray in their hair and they're trying to be old men and they have no idea what that's like? It's just that stupid the other way around. »
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  • « After having done this whole slew of press for 'Big Love,' now I'll have anxiety dreams for like a week and a half about all the stupid things I said. I can't even imagine being in front of the cameras all the time. I had a weird dream the other night that I was on 'Jersey Shore.' »
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  • « Of course, everybody makes mistakes, and we've all been young and stupid. But people need to have a sense of respect, particularly in this business, because hundreds of people are ready to take your place at any time. Maybe some people should think about that. »
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