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Idiocy

Description

Idiocy refers to the state of being extremely foolish or lacking intelligence. It is commonly used to describe behavior or actions that are considered senseless, irrational, or unintelligent.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Senses and Usages

Sense 1:

(Formal) Profound intellectual disability

Example Sentence: She has been diagnosed with idiocy since birth, requiring constant care and assistance.

Sense 2:

Extreme foolishness or lack of common sense

Example Sentence: His idiocy led to the failure of the whole project.

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