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Foolish - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

foolish

/ˈfuːlɪʃ/ /ˈfuːlɪʃ/

Definition:

Lacking good sense or judgment; unwise or silly.

Synonyms:

silly, stupid, senseless, imprudent, unwise

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

wise, sensible, prudent

Common Collocations:

foolish mistake, foolish behavior, foolish decision, foolish idea, foolish act

Derivatives:

foolishly, foolishness

Usage Tips:

Use "foolish" to describe actions or decisions that lack wisdom or common sense.

Common Phrases:

penny-wise and pound-foolish, play the fool, foolish pride

Etymology:

From Old French "fol," meaning "mad" or "silly," derived from Latin "follis" (bellows, empty-headed).

Examples:

  • 1. She made a foolish mistake by leaving her keys in the car.
  • 2. It would be foolish to ignore such clear warnings.
  • 3. His foolish pride prevented him from apologizing.
  • 4. The children laughed at his foolish antics.

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