CRETINIC Meaning and
Definition
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Cretinic is an adjective that refers to or describes someone or something as being like or pertaining to cretinism, a condition caused by severe iodine deficiency during fetal development or early infancy.
Cretinism is a congenital disorder that affects the physical and mental development of an individual, resulting in stunted growth and intellectual disability. The term "cretinic" is often used to describe people who display characteristics associated with cretinism, such as short stature, delayed or impaired cognitive abilities, and physical deformities, particularly in the face and skeletal system.
In a figurative sense, "cretinic" may also be used to describe individuals or actions that exhibit extreme stupidity, foolishness, or incompetence. This usage is derived from the historical association between cretinism and intellectual impairment. By attributing the term "cretinic" to someone or something, it suggests a lack of intelligence, judgment, or common sense.
The term "cretinic" is primarily used in medical and scientific contexts, but it can also be found in casual or colloquial language to describe unintelligent or foolish behavior. However, it is important to note that using such terms in describing individuals with disabilities is considered offensive and derogatory.
Common Misspellings for CRETINIC
- xretinic
- vretinic
- ceetinic
- cdetinic
- cfetinic
- ctetinic
- c5etinic
- c4etinic
- crwtinic
- crstinic
- crdtinic
- crrtinic
- cr4tinic
- cr3tinic
- crerinic
- crefinic
- creginic
- creyinic
- cre6inic
- cre5inic
Etymology of CRETINIC
The word "cretinic" is derived from the term "cretin", which originates from a French dialect spoken in the Alpine region of Switzerland. The term "cretin" was first recorded in 1779 and was used to describe someone who experienced physical and mental deformities due to congenital hypothyroidism. The French word "crétin" itself is believed to have been derived from the Swiss German word "chretin", meaning "Christian". This connection to Christianity is likely because the condition was often attributed to a lack of proper development at birth. Over time, the term "cretin" has been used to describe both the medical condition and, more generally, someone who is considered mentally deficient or foolish. The adjective "cretinic" refers to anything related to or characteristic of a cretin.
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