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Imbecile Definition & Meaning

imbecile
adjective
  1. having a mental age of three to seven years
noun
  1. a person of subnormal intelligence

"Imbecile" in song lyrics

See how imbecile is used in real songs:

  • "Your ritual, walk around invincible, you imbecile!"
    Aceyalone — Bigger They Come
  • "Microphone controllers trying to bless lines with imbecile"
    Afu-Ra — Defeat
  • "'Milk makes no money', what are you a imbecile?"
    Audio Two — Giz Starts Buggin'

Words that rhyme with imbecile

Usage tips for "imbecile"

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Frequently asked questions

What does imbecile mean?
having a mental age of three to seven years a person of subnormal intelligence
What part of speech is imbecile?
Imbecile is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does imbecile have?
Imbecile has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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