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Meaning of the word idiot in English

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idiot

US /ˈɪd.i.ət/
UK /ˈɪd.i.ət/
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Noun

a stupid person

Example:
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Don't be such an idiot! You left your keys in the car again.
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He's acting like a complete idiot.
Synonym:
fool moron dunce clown nitwit
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Related Word:
idiot-proof