Stupid facts for kids

Stupid is a word often used to describe a lack of intelligence or understanding. It can mean someone is not very smart, or that an action is foolish. Sometimes, it's used to describe things that are silly or don't make sense.

The word "stupid" can also refer to different things, like songs, TV shows, or even art groups. Here are some examples:

What "Stupid" Can Mean

Stupidity: Lacking Understanding

When we talk about Stupidity, we usually mean a lack of intelligence. This is when someone might not understand things easily or might do things that seem foolish. It's important to remember that everyone learns at their own pace. Sometimes, people might just need more time or a different way to learn something new.

"Stupid" in Music

The word "Stupid" has been used as a title for several songs:

• "Stupid" is a song by the artist Raven-Symoné. You can find it on her album called Raven-Symoné.
• Another song named "Stupid" was released by Sarah McLachlan. This song is on her album titled Afterglow.
• Swedish musician Per Gessle also has a song called "Stupid." It's part of his album, The World According to Gessle.

"Stupid!" The TV Show

Stupid! is a fun children's television show from the United Kingdom. It was shown on CBBC, a channel for kids. The show was known for its silly and humorous content, often making viewers laugh.

"Stupid" in Art and Online

• There was an art group in Cologne, Germany, in the 1920s called the Stupid art movement. These artists explored new and different ways to create art.
• Stupid.com is a website that sells unusual and novelty items. It's known for its funny and sometimes silly products.

Images for kids

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  An Allegory of Folly (early 16th century) by Quentin Matsys

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  Engraving after Pieter Breughel the Elder, 1556. caption: Al rijst den esele ter scholen om leeren, ist eenen esele hij en zal gheen peert weder keeren ("Even if the Ass travels to school to learn, as a horse he will not return")

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  A stereotyped image of American stupidity (later claimed by MAD Magazine to become Alfred E. Neuman), used in an editorial critical of abolishing the poll tax in the American South, with a caption showing the person wants to vote but is too ignorant to understand what voting means

See also

In Spanish: Tonto para niños