Imbecile and Nitwit

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Imbecile

Imbecile noun - A stupid person.
Usage example: only an imbecile would leave their car unlocked, with the keys in the ignition, and then be surprised when the vehicle was stolen
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Nitwit is a synonym for imbecile (British) in ability topic. In some cases you can use "Nitwit" instead a noun "Imbecile", when it comes to topics like oaf, moron, nit. popular alternative
Nearby Word: imbecility

Nitwit

Nitwit noun - A person who lacks good sense or judgment.
Usage example: don't be a nitwit—wear a seat belt!
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Imbecile is a synonym for nitwit in ability topic. You can use "Imbecile" instead a noun "Nitwit", if it concerns topics such as idiot, oaf, moron. popular alternative

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cowardly cowardly imbecile cowardly nitwit
useless useless imbecile useless nitwit
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