imbecile

The word “imbecile” has 3 syllables: im-be-cile.

It's pronounced as /ˈɪmbəsaɪl/.


What is synonym and antonym for imbecile?

In the thesaurus, “imbecile” has 19 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imbecile along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for imbecile

  • absurd
  • asinine
  • brainless
  • derisive
  • dumb
  • fatuous
  • foolish
  • idiot
  • idiotic
  • inane
  • ludicrous
  • moron
  • moronic
  • nonsensical
  • ridiculous
  • simpleminded
  • stupid
  • unwise
  • witless

Antonyms for imbecile

  • brain
  • earnest
  • genius
  • intellect
  • intellectual
  • sage
  • serious
  • solemn
  • thinker

Meanings of imbecile

  • noun
    1. A person with limited mental capacity who can perform tasks and think only like a young child, in medical circles meaning a person who lacks the capacity to develop beyond the mental age of a normal five to seven-year-old child.
    2. A fool, an idiot.
  • adjective
    1. Destitute of strength, whether of body or mind; feeble; impotent; especially, mentally weak.

Example Sentences

  • The teacher was appalled by the imbecile behavior of some students during class.
  • Making fun of someone's disability is not only cruel but also imbecile.
  • Despite his high position, his decisions were often regarded as imbecile by his colleagues.
  • The politician's imbecile remarks sparked outrage and condemnation from the public.
  • It's important not to underestimate individuals with disabilities or label them as imbecile based on stereotypes.

On this page you'll find 28 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imbecile, such as: absurd, asinine, brain, brainless, derisive, dumb, earnest.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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