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Meaning of silliness
The state or quality of being silly or foolish.
Etymology of silliness
The word "silliness" originates from the Old English word "sæl" or "sælig", which means happy, blessed, or foolish, and the suffix "-ness", which forms a noun indicating a state or quality.
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe foolish or absurd behavior.
Synonyms
absurdity
ridiculousness
foolishness
nonsense
frivolity
playfulness
whimsy
jest
joke
jocularity
hilarity
comedy
farce
buffoonery
tomfoolery
ridiculousness
preposterousness
ludicrousness
absurdness
silliness
foolish behavior
ridiculous behavior
comedic
humor
wit
wackiness
zaniness
craziness
madness
mayhem
chaos
antics
capers
shenanigans
frolic
romp
escapade
adventure
Definitions
- The quality of being silly or foolish, especially in a charming or amusing way
- * Behavior or activities that are silly or foolish
Usage Examples
- The comedian's silliness on stage had the audience in stitches.
- * The children's silliness in the playground was infectious and joyful.
- * The movie's silliness was a perfect antidote to a stressful week.
Antonyms
seriousness
solemnity
gravity
somberness
gloominess
melancholy
sadness
sorrow
sobriety
sensibility
rationality
sanity
maturity
responsibility
dignity
respectability
propriety
decorum
formality