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Follies

Verb / ˈfɑ:li:z / Another word for follies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Follies refers to foolish or silly behavior, actions, or ideas.

Synonyms & similar words

betise wisdom unwiseness craziness folly foolery madness stupidity lunacy foolishness imbecility indulgence tomfoolery foolishness absurdity nonsense silliness stupidity ridiculousness tomfoolery mischief idiocy imprudence irrationality silliness clumsiness foolery madness imbecility buffoonery craziness silliness recklessness

Example sentences

  1. His follies often got him into trouble.
  2. She entertained us with her silly follies.
  3. The clown's follies made everyone laugh.
  4. His reckless follies led to his downfall.
  5. She realized the foolishness of her past follies.

Quotes

  • "We are all fools in love." - Jane Austen
  • "The greatest folly is to keep loving someone who does not love you." - Liz Braswell
  • "Folly is often more cruel than malice." - Charles Caleb Colton

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