mumpsimus

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Pronunciation

• (GA) IPA: /ˈmʌmpsɪməs/

Noun

mumpsimus (plural mumpsimuses)

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.

Antonyms

• sumpsimus

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