folly is the quality or particularity of those who behave stupidly, in a foolish or imbecile way.
The folly, also known as stupidity, is a feminine noun in the Portuguese language and defines that individual who has no discernment or common sense.
This term is attributed to people who do not think before saying something, not measuring the consequences of their actions and how they can affect other people.
The most common antonyms of the word foolishness are: dislate, intelligence and perspicacity.
foolishness in the bible
In the Holy Bible, the word foolishness is present in several parts of the book of Proverbs.
“Foolishness is tied to the child's heart, but the rod of correction will chase him away from it” (Proverb 22:15).
In this excerpt, foolishness is attributed to the frivolous behavior of children who, according to the bible, should be beaten to learn to behave correctly.
Other passages where the Bible would suggest how to deal with foolish behavior:
“Do not answer the fool according to his folly; so that you do not become like him either.” (Proverbs 26:4).
“As the dog returns to his vomit, so the fool repeats his folly.” (Proverbs 26:11).
Synonyms of Foolishness
- foolishness
- Imbecility
- need
- nonsense
- nonsense
- foolishness
- screwed up
- Nonsense
- Stupidity
See also the meaning of ignominy.
