asinine

/ˈæs.ɪ.naɪn/adj
High School
1

Very foolish; failing to exercise intelligence or judgement or rationality.

2

Characteristic of an ass (an asshole): objectionably inconsiderate or jerky.

3

Of, pertaining to, or characteristic of donkeys.

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