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Idiocy

usgb/ˈɪdiəsi/Volume
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Negative ConnotationPlay
'Idiocy' carries a strong negative feeling; use it to express clear disapproval of someone's actions or ideas. SlideCalling that idea idiocy really showed his disapproval.
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Context MattersPlay
Use 'idiocy' when discussing topics where intelligence or good judgement are expected, to highlight a failure in these areas. SlideIn the context of strategic games, his move was pure idiocy.
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Often HyperbolicPlay
'Idiocy' can be used for emphasis or exaggeration; not always meant literally. SlideHe laughed off his late-night shopping as a moment of idiocy.