foolishness

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Antonyms 1.2.3 Related terms 1.2.4 Translations

[edit] English

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[edit] Etymology

foolish +‎ -ness

[edit] Noun

foolishness (countable and uncountable; plural foolishnesses)

1. (uncountable) The state of being foolish.
2. (countable) A thing or event that is foolish, or an absurdity.

[edit] Synonyms

• imprudence folly
• extravagance irresponsibility
• indiscretion absurdity
• ridiculousness
• stupidity

[edit] Antonyms

• wisdom

[edit] Related terms

• fool

[edit] Translations