They Coined the Term ‘Idiot’
The word ‘idiot’ finds its etymological roots in the Greek word’ idiōtēs,’ which originally meant a private person. Initially, the term had an entirely different connotation. Originally, it referred to anyone who remained disengaged from politics.
Oh, how the ancient Greeks cherished their politics. However, over time, the word’s meaning evolved to denote someone of low intelligence. If you’re astute enough, you’ll connect the dots between its former and current meanings and grasp the message it conveys.
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