Stupid
/ˈstjuː.pɪd/noun
Lacking intelligence or common sense.
Did you know?The origin of 'stupid' is tied to the Latin 'stupidus', meaning 'amazed or stunned', hinting at a historical tie to being overwhelmed rather than merely dull-witted.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
stupidus
“Amazed, stunned, or struck dumb.”
Old French
Old French
estupide
“Dull, astonished, or shocked.”
Middle English
Middle English
stupide
“Foolish, dull-witted.”
Modern English
English
stupid
“Lacking intelligence or common sense.”
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