A curious English wordSourced
Not region-specific · English meaning
A comic sound with an insulting meaning
Nincompoop means a foolish or silly person. Its unusual sound does not make it a compliment. Several origins have been suggested, but the etymology remains uncertain.
An amusing word can still be unkind.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-09