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FOOL

(noun, verb, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Fool.

How to pronounce fool:

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Fool - as a noun

A person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chumpfall guygullmarkmugpatsysoft touchsucker

A professional clown employed to entertain a king or nobleman in the middle ages

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
jestermotley fool

Fool - as a verb

Make a fool or dupe of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
befoolgull

Spend frivolously and unwisely

Example: "Fritter away one's inheritance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissipatefool awayfritterfritter awayfrivol awayshoot

Fool or hoax

Example: "The immigrant was duped because he trusted everyone"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
befoolcoddupegullput one acrossput one overslang
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
betraydeceivelead astray
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Indulge in horseplay

Example: "Enough horsing around--let's get back to work!"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fool aroundhorse around

Fool - as an adjective

Foolish.

Example Sentences

"He was a fool to believe her lies."
"Don't be such a fool and think before you act."
"She called him a fool for wasting his money on frivolous purchases."
"The village fool was known for his nonsensical riddles."
"It's unwise to underestimate someone based on their appearance, for even a fool can be wise."
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Word Game Points

Is FOOL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fool is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FOOL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is FOOL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fool is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FOOL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.

Is FOOL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fool is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FOOL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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