stupid
Translation
stupid, silly, foolish
Examples
That was a stupid mistake.
That was a stupid mistake.
I feel stupid when I forget things.
I feel stupid when I forget things.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) stupid ((noun)) showing a lack of intelligence That was a stupid thing to say.
((to be)) stupid to describe a person as unintelligent Don't be so stupid.
Similar Words
Synonyms: foolish, dumb, silly; Antonyms: smart, intelligent, clever
Etymology
From Latin 'stupidus' (amazed, stunned), from 'stupere' (to be stunned).
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'stupid' might act as if they are 'stunned' or in a 'stupor'.