stupidity

noun

stu·​pid·​i·​ty stu̇-ˈpi-də-tē 

styu̇-

plural stupidities

1

: the quality or state of being stupid

2

: a stupid idea or act

Synonyms

• stupidness
• thickness
• dumbness
• obtuseness
• dulness
• foolishness
• slowness
• dullness
• mindlessness
• insanity
• boneheadedness
• density
• oafishness

Examples of stupidity in a Sentence

I was shocked by the stupidity of their decision.

the stupidity of the dialogue between the two romantic leads had movie audiences giggling uncontrollably

Recent Examples on the Web

So in the midst of poverty imposed by the American embargo and the frequent stupidity of their own government, Cubans struggle to eke out a life. —Charles Hammer, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025

He and his great family should not be forced to endure this ‘stupidity’ any longer! —Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2025

Ron Berti Orlando The cruel stupidity of Alligator Alcatraz and Deportation Depot are giving our beloved Sunshine State a bad name. —Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 Aug. 2025

Yet, none of this explains the stupidity that has invaded Facebook lately. —Bill Goodykoontz, AZCentral.com, 20 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1541, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for stupidity

• acidity
• aridity
• avidity
• cupidity
• fluidity
• humidity
• liquidity
• lucidity
• morbidity
• placidity
• rancidity
• rapidity

Kids Definition

stupidity

noun

stu·​pid·​i·​ty st(y)u̇-ˈpid-ət-ē 

plural stupidities

1

: the quality or state of being stupid

2

: something (as an idea or act) that is stupid