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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

imbecility

/ɪmˈbɛsɪlɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does imbecility mean?

noun

A state or condition of being foolish or lacking in intelligence; a foolish or stupid act or statement.

Example

"The politician's gaffe was an example of imbecility that damaged his reputation."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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