fools

[fuːlz]

fools Definition

• 1. a person who acts unwisely or imprudently; a silly person
• 2. a jester or clown, especially one retained in a royal or noble household

Using fools: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fools" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Only fools rush in where angels fear to tread.

• Example

  He was made to look like a fool in front of everyone.

• Example

  The court jester was known for his witty remarks and foolish antics.

• Example

  Don't be a fool and invest all your money in one stock.

fools Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fools

• simpleton
• clown
• jester
• idiot
• moron

Antonyms for fools

• genius
• sage

Phrases with fools

• play the fool

  to act in a silly or foolish manner

  Example

  He played the fool at the party, making jokes and doing impressions.

• make a fool of oneself

  to do something that makes oneself look silly or foolish

  Example

  I made a fool of myself by tripping over my own feet in front of everyone.

• fool's gold

  a mineral that resembles gold but is not actually gold

  Example

  The miners were disappointed to find out that the gold they had discovered was actually fool's gold.

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Summary: fools in Brief

The term 'fools' [fuːlz] refers to people who act unwisely or imprudently. It can also refer to jesters or clowns, especially those in royal or noble households. Examples include 'Only fools rush in where angels fear to tread.' and 'The court jester was known for his witty remarks and foolish antics.' Phrases include 'play the fool' and 'make a fool of oneself.'