foolishly
1 synonym and 1 antonym for foolishly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
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.
Antonyms
Etymology
Came from Middle English folysly, folysschly, equivalent to foolish + -ly.
Full origin of foolishly →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.
