Synonyms for
silly
Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.
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No Synonyms Found for Silly

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All Definitions for Silly

Below are all the dictionary definitions of silly:

1Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.
2Absurdly large.
3Good
4Pious.
5Holy.
6Innocent
7Suffering undeservedly, especially as an epithet of lambs and sheep.
8Helpless, defenseless.
9Insignificant, worthless, (chiefly Scotland) especially with regard to land quality.
10Sickly
11Feeble
12Infirm.
13Rustic, homely.
14Mentally simple, foolish, particularly:
15Thoughtless, lacking judgment.
16Mentally retarded.
17Stupefied, senseless
18Stunned or dazed.
19Very close to the batsman, facing the bowler
20Closer than short.
21Sillily: in a silly manner.
22A silly person.
23A term of address.
24A mistake.
25Blessed, particularly:
26Pitiful, inspiring compassion, particularly:
27Weak, frail
28Flimsy (use concerning people and animals is now obsolete).
29Simple, plain, particularly:
30Lowly, of humble station.
31Rustic, uneducated, unlearned.

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What are synonyms for silly?

Common synonyms for silly. These words share similar meanings and can often be used interchangeably depending on context.

How many synonyms does silly have?

We have identified 0 synonyms for silly in our database. The English language often has multiple words with overlapping meanings.

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About synonyms for silly

Finding the right synonym for silly helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.", silly has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.

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