Asinine

/ˈæsɪnaɪn/ adjective

Extremely silly, foolish, or stupid; showing a lack of intelligence or good judgment.

From Latin 'asininus' meaning 'of or resembling a donkey,' from 'asinus' (donkey). The word transferred the donkey's reputation for stubbornness and perceived stupidity to human behavior.

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