CEFR C1

ignoramus

noun

Meaning

A person who is extremely ignorant or unknowledgeable, especially about a particular subject.

Examples

He called his opponent an ignoramus for not understanding basic economic principles.
Despite his advanced degree, he was an ignoramus when it came to practical matters.

Synonyms: fool, idiot, dunce, numbskull

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ignoramus (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪɡnəˈreɪməs/

Definition

A person who is extremely ignorant or unknowledgeable, especially about a particular subject.

Examples

He called his opponent an ignoramus for not understanding basic economic principles.
Despite his advanced degree, he was an ignoramus when it came to practical matters.
Only an ignoramus would believe such an easily disproven conspiracy theory.

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