Definition

The quality or condition of lacking intelligence or good judgment.

Example

His decision to invest in that failing company was a clear example of stupidity.

Conversation

Did you see that video of the guy trying to jump over a fence?

Yeah, that was pure stupidity!

I can't believe he thought he could actually make it.

Right? Sometimes people just act without thinking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stupidity → It is formed from "stupidus" (from Latin, meaning dull or foolish) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "stupidity" refers to the state of being dull or lacking intelligence.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for dullness ('stupidus') to remember that 'stupidity' means the quality of being dull or foolish.

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