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Meaning of the word silly in English

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silly

US /ˈsɪl.i/
UK /ˈsɪl.i/
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Adjective

having or showing a lack of common sense or judgment; absurd and foolish.

Example:
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Don't be silly, of course I love you.
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It was a silly mistake to make.
Synonym:
foolish stupid fatuous idiotic absurd
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