adj

blithering

Blithering (adj) means talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot.". Example: “Stop being such a blithering idiot and listen.”

adj

Talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot."

"Stop being such a blithering idiot and listen."

How to use blithering

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA word almost always used before "idiot" to mean utterly foolish.

When to use it

Old-fashioned and mildly comic; rarely used outside the fixed phrase "blithering idiot."

Common pairings

blithering idiot blithering nonsense

Word forms

blitherings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “blithering” mean?

The word “blithering” means talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot.". In plain terms, a word almost always used before "idiot" to mean utterly foolish.

How do you use “blithering” in a sentence?

Here is “blithering” used in a sentence: “Stop being such a blithering idiot and listen.”

What part of speech is “blithering”?

“Blithering” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of blithering?

"blithering" (adj) means talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot.".