adj
blithering
Blithering (adj) means talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot.". Example: “Stop being such a blithering idiot and listen.”
adj
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Talking nonsense; used especially in the phrase "blithering idiot."
"Stop being such a blithering idiot and listen."
How to use blithering
Learner’s notesIn 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
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Word forms
- Plural
- blitherings
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Rhymes for blithering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
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altering
cheering
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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.".
