fatuous

Definition

Obnoxiously stupid; vacantly silly; content in one's foolishness.

Etymology

From Latin fatuus (“foolish, silly, simple”).

Example Sentences

• "A fatuous love affair can easily result in a fatuous marriage. A couple who hardly know each other and, indeed, may not even really like each other, make a commitment that has little chance of being honoured."
• "While much publicity is given to fatuous 'reversing Beeching' ideas, the reality is that the real investment is focused on expanding the road network - [...]."

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