idiot Definition and Meaning in English (idiot definition)

noun
Quick Answer • Definition

Idiot definition: A person who is very stupid or acts in a very silly way.

Definitions of Idiot

  1. 1noun(informal, derogatory)

    A person who is very stupid or acts in a very silly way.

Example Sentences

casual

“Don't be an idiot and touch that hot stove.”

casual

“He felt like an idiot after making such a simple mistake.”

Inflected Word Forms

nounidiocy
adjectiveidiotic
adverbidiotically

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

make an idiot of oneselfidiom

To do something very foolish or embarrassing that makes you look stupid.

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Idiot definition: A person who is very stupid or acts in a very silly way.
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'Idiot' translates to 'idiot' in English. Idiot definition: A person who is very stupid or acts in a very silly way.
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