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fatuous - What does it mean?

Definition of 'fatuous'

English

Adjective

(en-adj)
  • Obnoxiously stupid, vacantly silly, content in one's foolishness.
  • To compare the intelligence levels of men and women is itself fatuous .

    Usage notes

    * Refers especially to foolishness and disregard of reality.

    Synonyms

    * (obnoxiously stupid) childish, imbecilic, inane, insipid, puerile