Foolishness

//ˈfuːlɪʃnəs//

Word Type

Noun

The word "foolishness" can be used as a noun.

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Derived From

Distinct From

prudence sanity

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

error fault mistake stupidity trait

Related Terms

Related Terms

absurdity fool foolish

Synonym Network

craziness extravagance fatuity folly imprudence indiscretion lunacy ridiculousness stupidity

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