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noun

silliness

SIH-lee-nihs

Silliness (noun) means Foolish, playful, or frivolous behavior. Example: “The meeting descended into silliness once the coffee ran out and jokes took over.”

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Foolish, playful, or frivolous behavior.
"The meeting descended into silliness once the coffee ran out and jokes took over."

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In plain EnglishBehavior or talk that is foolish or playfully daft.

Common pairings
pure silliness a bit of silliness

Word forms

sillinesses plural

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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.

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