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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

cretinous

/krɪˈtɪnəs/ adjective · British & US
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What does cretinous mean?

adjective

Having the mind of a cretin; extremely stupid or foolish. Also, relating to or characteristic of a cretin.

Example

"The politician's cretinous remarks sparked outrage among the public."

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