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IMBECILITY Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word imbecility. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word imbecility. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for IMBECILITY

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foolishness
nounn
noun

• the trait of acting stupidly or rashly

• the quality of being rash and foolish

• a stupid mistake

stupidity
nounn
noun

• a poor ability to understand or to profit from experience

• a stupid mistake

idiocy
nounn
noun

• extreme mental retardation

ignorance
nounn
noun

• the lack of knowledge or education

incompetence
nounn
noun

• lack of physical or intellectual ability or qualifications

• inability of a part or organ to function properly

betise
nounn
noun

• a stupid mistake

folly
nounn
noun

• the trait of acting stupidly or rashly

• a stupid mistake

• the quality of being rash and foolish

• foolish or senseless behavior

Best Hypernyms For IMBECILITY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for imbecility, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (7)
backwardness error fault mistake retardation slowness subnormality
Phrases (1)
mental retardation

Alternatives for FOOLISHNESS

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