2006-10-28 01:39:25 · 10 answers · asked by jammy.greeny@talk21.com 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
depends on the context:
Origin:
"Idiot" was originally used in ancient Greek city-states to refer to people who were overly concerned with their own self-interest and ignored the needs of the community
English:
In modern English usage, the terms "idiot" and "idiocy" describe an extreme folly or stupidity, its symptoms (foolish or stupid utterance or deed).
Psychology:
In psychology, it is a historical term for the state or condition now called profound mental retardation.
2006-10-28 01:40:47 · answer #1 · answered by oracle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not at all... I am not arrogant nor vulgar and I call people idiots who really are idiots...only speaking the truth !
2006-10-28 09:17:17 · answer #2 · answered by Kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The whole thing is dependent on the circumstance. Sometimes it would seem there is no other explanation for their remarks and or behavior.
If it is just a matter of dissenting opinions, it would be better to say "I think what you are saying is idiotic!"
2006-10-28 09:22:12 · answer #3 · answered by June smiles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on the situation and person being called a idiot
If they are really mentally challenged then yes that is wrong. But most usually no I would say not.
2006-10-28 08:41:42 · answer #4 · answered by Biker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if they are, in fact, an idiot. I have no problem calling George Bush and anyone who supports him an idiot because it is so obvious he and they are in fact idiots.
2006-10-28 08:57:44 · answer #5 · answered by iknowtruthismine 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if they are a real like dumb dumb derr huh person then no.
But if you call a person an idiot for a simple mistake for say dropping a utensil while cooking then yes!
2006-10-28 08:42:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can think of some far worse things to call a person...
2006-10-28 08:41:47 · answer #7 · answered by El Gringo 237 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ONLY if the person is mentally handicapped and can't help it.
2006-10-28 08:42:42 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO , its called the first ammendment.
2006-10-28 08:41:34 · answer #9 · answered by Thumper 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not so much that as it's just not nice.
2006-10-28 08:41:29 · answer #10 · answered by sheeny 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋