Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

feeble-minded

Adjective

/ˈfiː.bəlˈmaɪn.dɪd/

Definition

Having a low level of intelligence; unable to understand or think clearly.

Examples

Despite his feeble-minded attempts to solve the problem, he couldn’t find a solution.
She was often unfairly labeled as feeble-minded due to her struggles in school.
In the past, the term feeble-minded was used in clinical settings to categorize certain mental disabilities.

Meaning

The term refers to someone who is considered to have a subnormal intelligence level, often used to describe individuals who are unable to make sound decisions or perform complex tasks.