Synonyms for

Asinine

Verb / ˈæsʌˌnaɪn / Another word for asinine — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Asinine means extremely foolish or silly.

Synonyms & similar words

fatuous mindless inane vacuous foolish silly stupid ridiculous absurd idiotic dumb witless imbecilic dim-witted simple-minded senseless daft brainless moronic doltish dense unintelligent clueless goofy

Example sentences

  1. 1. The clown's asinine jokes made the children giggle.
  2. 2. Don't be so asinine and pay attention in class.
  3. 3. His asinine decision to jump off the roof resulted in a broken leg.
  4. 4. The movie was filled with asinine humor that made the audience laugh out loud.
  5. 5. I can't believe you said something so asinine!

Quotes

  • 1. 'Never argue with an idiot. They will only bring you down to their level and beat you with experience.' - George Carlin
  • 2. 'There is nothing worse than aggressive stupidity.' - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
  • 3. 'It is better to remain silent at the risk of being thought a fool, than to talk and remove all doubt of it.' - Maurice Switzer

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