Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fatuitous

adjective

/fəˈtjuːɪtəs/

Definition

resulting from or characterized by a lack of intelligence or sense; foolish.

Examples

His fatuitous remarks during the meeting made it hard for his colleagues to take him seriously.
The fatuitous decision to invest in that failing project left the company in a difficult position.

Meaning

Fatuitous describes something that is absurdly silly or lacking in good judgment, often used to characterize actions or statements that are devoid of wisdom.