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Meaning of mumpsimus | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˈmʌmpsɪməs

Definitions

  1. A person who obstinately adheres to old ways in spite of clear evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform.
  2. An obvious error that is obstinately repeated despite correction.

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

mumruffin Mums mumsiness Mumsnetter Mumsnut Mumsnutter

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