Word: Foolish

Pronunciation

/ˈfuːlɪʃ/

Definitions

• Adjective: Lacking sense, wisdom, or good judgment; unwise. For example: “It was foolish of him to drive so recklessly.”

  • She made a foolish decision by not studying for the exam.
  • The idea seems foolish at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it has merit.

Phrases

• “Act foolishly”: Behave unwisely or without good sense. Example: “He acted foolishly by ignoring his doctor’s advice.”
• “Fool’s errand”: A task that turns out to be pointless or impossible, often due to lack of forethought. Example: “Sending him on that mission was a fool’s errand.”
• “Look like a fool”: Appear ridiculous or unintelligent due to one’s actions or words. Example: “If he doesn’t prepare for the debate, he’ll look like a fool.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “Her foolish behavior put her life in danger.”
• “His foolish spending habits led to financial troubles.”
• “Don’t be too hasty; haste makes waste, as the old saying goes, and acting foolishly can lead to regret.”

Synonyms

• Senseless
• Unwise
• Ridiculous
• Absurd
• Ill-advised
• Naive
• Injudicious
• Stupid
• Silly
• Idiotic