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fatuous

/fætʃuəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does fatuous mean?

adjective

Having or showing a foolish or illogical quality; absurd or ridiculous. Excessively foolish or silly.

Example

"The politician's fatuous comments about the economy were widely criticized."

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