idiotic
12 synonyms and 3 antonyms for idiotic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely foolish or senseless.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use idiotic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
idiotic idea
idiotic mistake
sound idiotic
Etymology
From idiot + -ic.
Full origin of idiotic →Frequently asked questions
What does “idiotic” mean?
The word “idiotic” means extremely foolish or senseless. In plain terms, describes something so unwise it borders on stupid.
How do you pronounce “idiotic”?
“Idiotic” is pronounced ih-dee-O-tihk (/ˌɪdiˈɑtɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “idiotic” in a sentence?
Here is “idiotic” used in a sentence: “It was an idiotic idea to go hiking without water.”
What is another word for “idiotic”?
Words with a similar meaning to “idiotic” include idiotish.
What part of speech is “idiotic”?
“Idiotic” is an adjective.
Is “idiotic” a common word?
“Idiotic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
