stupid
Translation
stupid, dumb, unintelligent
Examples
That was a stupid thing to do.
That was a stupid thing to do.
I felt stupid when I failed the test.
I felt stupid when I failed the test.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) stupid to be unintelligent or foolish That was a stupid mistake.
((a)) stupid ((noun)) a foolish or silly (noun) He asked a stupid question.
Similar Words
Synonyms: foolish, silly, dumb; Antonyms: clever, intelligent, smart
Etymology
From Latin 'stupidus', from 'stupere' (to be stunned, amazed).
Memory Tips
Being STUPID is like being in a STUPOR, unable to think clearly.