foolishness
word · lemma: foolish
Definition
The quality of being unwise or lacking good judgment, or an act or behavior that shows poor sense.
Usage & Nuances
Stronger than 'silliness' (which can be lighthearted) but softer than 'stupidity' (which sounds harsher and more insulting). Often used with a tone of disappointment or frustration rather than anger. Common collocations: 'sheer foolishness,' 'act of foolishness.'
Example Sentences
Spending all your money on one bet is pure foolishness.
basic
His foolishness caused problems for the whole team.
basic
Please stop this foolishness and be serious.
basic
There's a fine line between bravery and foolishness, and he crossed it.
natural
Youth is no excuse for that kind of foolishness — he should have known better.
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Looking back, I can see the sheer foolishness of quitting my job without a backup plan.
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