Associations to the word «Idiocy»

Wiktionary

IDIOCY, noun. (psychology) The state or condition of being an idiot; the quality of having an intelligence level far below average; mental retardation.
IDIOCY, noun. An act lacking intelligence or sense; an instance of senselessness; extremely foolish behaviour.

Dictionary definition

IDIOCY, noun. Extreme mental retardation.

Wise words

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