stupid
stupid Lexical Profile
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• adjective
Having or showing a great lack of intelligence, common sense, or sound judgment.
"Leaving the car unlocked with the keys in the ignition was a stupid mistake."
Used informally to express exasperation, annoyance, or contempt toward a trivial or frustrating thing.
"I cannot get this stupid printer to connect to the wireless network."
In a state of stupor or lethargy; dazed and unable to think clearly.
"He was still half-asleep and stupid with exhaustion after the long flight."
• noun
A foolish or unintelligent person, often used informally as a term of direct address or mild derision.
"Look at the map before you drive off in the wrong direction, you silly stupid."
Word Nuance & Usage
While 'stupid' implies an inherent lack of intelligence or a complete failure of common sense, 'ignorant' simply means lacking knowledge or awareness about a specific subject and is less inherently pejorative.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the mid-16th century from Middle French 'stupide' and directly from Latin 'stupidus' (amazed, confounded, or dull), derived from the verb 'stupere' (to be stunned, benumbed, or astonished).