schwachsinnig
idiotic; moronic; feeble-minded
English translations
- 01
stupid
- 02
idiotic
- 03
nonsensical
Word details
- German meaning
- Eine veraltete und abwertende Bezeichnung für geistige Behinderung. Sollte vermieden werden.
- English meaning
- Mentally disabled (offensive) None
- German example
- Diese Bezeichnung ist diskriminierend und sollte nicht verwendet werden.
- English example
- This term is discriminatory and should not be used.
- Comparative
- schwachsinnigerSuperlative: am schwachsinnigsten
Related words
- debil
Feeble, weak, mentally deficient
Example sentences with “schwachsinnig”
Das ist doch eine schwachsinnige Idee! (That is an idiotic idea!)
Frequently asked questions
Is 'schwachsinnig' considered offensive?
Yes, 'schwachsinnig' is a strong, derogatory term. In modern usage, it is considered offensive and should be avoided in professional or polite contexts.