Definitions for idiocy

idiocy id·i·o·cy

Spelling: [id-ee-uh-see]
IPA: /ˈɪd i ə si/

Idiocy is a 6 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 12 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 47 anagrams from letters in idiocy (cdiioy).

Definitions for idiocy

noun

  1. utterly senseless or foolish behavior; a stupid or foolish act, statement, etc.:
  2. Psychology. (no longer in technical use; considered offensive) the state of being an idiot.

Origin of idiocy

1520-30; idio(t) + -cy; compare Greek idiōteía uncouthness

Examples for idiocy

The Daily Beast spoke with Kitsch about his exciting new role, the idiocy of gay-bashing, and much more.

“I think it comes from idiocy and cowardice,” said Whedon of the female superhero problem.

Each feature was as eloquent of rascality as an ape's of idiocy.

No, Mr Distin; but I call the beginning of this silly row a piece of idiocy.

"Yes, sir," replied Toby, with a most provoking look of idiocy.

The present will dish up plenty of its own idiocy to hold our attention.

And a successful two-term Governor of a state where the balloting incompetence and idiocy is absolutely vital to the GOP.

The idea appeared to strike her as the very height of idiocy.

The features, save in this respect, had almost a look of idiocy.

If bad things are happening in the world, there must be someone to blame, someone whose malevolence or idiocy must be called out.

Word Value for idiocy
Scrable

12

Words with friends

12

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