Foolish Definition

foolish
adjective
  1. devoid of good sense or judgment; "foolish remarks"; "a foolish decision"
  2. having or revealing stupidity; "ridiculous anserine behavior"; "a dopey answer"; "a dopey kid"; "some fool idea about rewriting authors' books"

"Foolish" in song lyrics

See how foolish is used in real songs:

  • "Who rule this, I run thru this unstrapped and foolish"
    Ali Vegas f/ AZ — The Co-Signing
  • "And if you thought so, that's quite foolish"
    Antoinette — Shake, Rattle & Roll
  • "Am I crazy? Am I foolish?"
    Chris Brown — Stuck on Stupid

Usage tips for "foolish"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "foolish" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for foolish to find words that pair well.

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