Silly

usgb/ˈsɪli/
adjective

Not smart or sensible; showing a lack of thought or seriousness.

Don't make a silly mistake.
Visual representation of "silly" - Not smart or sensible; showing a lack of thought or seriousness

Often appears as...

  • silly mistake
  • act silly
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Lack of seriousness

Use 'silly' to describe actions or decisions that are not taken seriously or done playfully.

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They wore silly hats to the party just for fun.
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Negative connotation

'Silly' can imply a mild reprimand or disappointment in someone's actions.

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Making a silly mistake like that could have been avoided.
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absurdasininefatuousfoolishidioticludicrousnonsensicalridiculoussenseless
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