Top synonyms for “folly”: betise, craziness, foolery, foolishness, imbecility, indulgence, lunacy, madness, and 3 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)foolish or senseless behavior
- (noun)a stupid mistake
- (noun)the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
- (noun)the quality of being rash and foolish“trying to drive through a blizzard is the height of folly”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "folly"?
Common synonyms for "folly" include betise, craziness, foolery, foolishness, imbecility, indulgence. Our thesaurus lists 11 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "folly"?
Antonyms for "folly" include wisdom. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "folly" mean?
foolish or senseless behavior
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