silliness
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for silliness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Foolish, playful, or frivolous behavior.
Synonyms
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How to use silliness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pure silliness
a bit of silliness
Frequently asked questions
What does “silliness” mean?
The word “silliness” means foolish, playful, or frivolous behavior. In plain terms, behavior or talk that is foolish or playfully daft.
How do you pronounce “silliness”?
“Silliness” is pronounced SIH-lee-nihs (/ˈsɪlinɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “silliness” in a sentence?
Here is “silliness” used in a sentence: “The meeting descended into silliness once the coffee ran out and jokes took over.”
What is another word for “silliness”?
Words with a similar meaning to “silliness” include schmuckiness.
What part of speech is “silliness”?
“Silliness” is a noun.