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Nincompoop.

My favorite word is “nincompoop,” which means “a stupid, foolish person.” I believe it’s one of the more ridiculous words to call someone, and I generally prefer it to “idiot,” “moron,” or “dummy.” For some reason, I find that “nincompoop” is just more humorous and better befits the person being described. Perhaps this is because the word practically defines itself.

Taerim Kim

1 comment to Nincompoop.

  • mike47614761

    I’m 59 now and every time I hear this word I think of my grade 9 (first year high school for Brits and Yanks) who pronounced it nincompooT.

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