Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imbecile
noun
/ˈɪm.bə.sil/
Definition
A person who is considered to be foolish or lacking in good judgment.
Examples
- He made an imbecile decision that cost the team the game.
- She didn’t want to listen to the imbecile remarks at the party.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe someone who acts in a way that is not sensible or rational.
Synonyms
- fool
- idiot
- simpleton
- knucklehead
