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foolishly

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Adv — In a way that shows poor judgment.

Synonyms

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

Etymology

From Middle English folysly, folysschly; equivalent to foolish + -ly.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “foolishly” mean?

The word “foolishly” means in a way that shows poor judgment. In plain terms, doing something in an unwise or silly way.

How do you pronounce “foolishly”?

“Foolishly” is pronounced FOO-lihsh-lee (/ˈfuːlɪʃli/ in IPA).

How do you use “foolishly” in a sentence?

Here is “foolishly” used in a sentence: “She foolishly left her laptop unattended at the café.”

What part of speech is “foolishly”?

“Foolishly” is an adverb.

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