foolishness

== English == === Etymology === From Middle English folishnesse, follissnesse, equivalent to foolish +‎ -ness. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfuːlɪʃnəs/ === Noun === foolishness (countable and uncountable, plural foolishnesses) (uncountable) The state of being foolish. (countable) A thing or event that is foolish, or an absurdity. ==== Synonyms ==== imprudence, folly extravagance, irresponsibility indiscretion, absurdity ridiculousness schmuckiness stupidity ==== Antonyms ==== wisdom ==== Related terms ==== fool ==== Translations ====