idiot's
|id/i/ot's|
B1
/ˈɪdiəts/
(idiot)
foolishness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'idiot' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'idiōtēs', where 'idios' meant 'own, private'.
Historical Evolution
'idiōtēs' changed from Latin word 'idiota' and eventually became the modern English word 'idiot'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a private person, layman', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a foolish or stupid person'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
possessive form of 'idiot', indicating something that belongs to or is associated with an idiot.
The idiot's mistake cost the team the game.
Last updated: 2025/01/21 07:36