Synonyms for Folly & Similar Words
Definition of folly
- noun
- the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
- a stupid mistake
- the quality of being rash and foolish; "trying to drive through a blizzard is the height of folly"; "adjusting to an insane society is total foolishness"
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "folly"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like craziness, foolery, foolishness can replace "folly" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "folly" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Folly" in song lyrics
See how folly is used in real songs:
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"hot tamale oh golly I'm wicked with the folly"
Artifacts — Heavy Ammunition -
"Playing me for jolly, that's a dead man's folly"
Binary Star — Slang Blade -
"But Fe ain't no buster, Mark Folly"
Fesu — Blind-Cripple & Crazy