idiocy
12 synonyms and 4 antonyms for idiocy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Extremely foolish behavior or thinking; a stupid act.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
amentia
idiocity
idiotacy
idiotcy
idioticalness
idiotery
idioticity
idioticness
idioticy
idiotism
idiotness
idiotry
Antonyms
How to use idiocy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sheer idiocy
an act of idiocy
Blunt and somewhat harsh — fine informally, but avoid it in professional or clinical contexts.
Etymology
From French idiotie, from Old French idiot.
Full origin of idiocy →Frequently asked questions
What does “idiocy” mean?
The word “idiocy” means extremely foolish behavior or thinking; a stupid act. In plain terms, behavior or a decision so foolish it's hard to believe.
How do you pronounce “idiocy”?
“Idiocy” is pronounced IH-dee-uh-see ([ˈɪɾiəsi] in IPA).
How do you use “idiocy” in a sentence?
Here is “idiocy” used in a sentence: “Driving home after ten drinks was pure idiocy.”
What is another word for “idiocy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “idiocy” include idiocity, idiotacy, idiotcy, idioticalness, idiotery and idioticity.
What part of speech is “idiocy”?
“Idiocy” is a noun.
Where does the word “idiocy” come from?
The word “idiocy” comes from Old French. From French idiotie, from Old French idiot.
