n. [ L. stupiditas: cf. F. stupidité. ] 1. The quality or state of being stupid; extreme dullness of perception or understanding; insensibility; sluggishness. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. Stupor; astonishment; stupefaction. [ R. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
A stupidity Past admiration strikes me, joined with fear. Chapman. [ 1913 Webster ]