silly

Definition

  • adjective: having or showing a lack of thought, understanding, or good judgment
  • adjective: lowly in station
  • used to address someone who is being silly
  • synonyms: helpless, rustic, humble

Examples

  • What a 'silly' little purse. It looks too small to hold everything that I'd need to carry.

  • I'm scared 'silly' [=I'm very scared] of speaking to such a large group.

  • “I can't ask you to do that.” “'Don't be silly'. It is my pleasure.”

Movie quotes

  • (..) over her, won't we? If there's anybody knows how to give a girl a good time, it's Ashley. Though I expect our good times will seem silly to you because you're so serious. Oh, Scarlett, you have so much life. I've always admired you so. I wish I could be more like you. and say things you don't mean. (..)
    1939 Gone with the Wind
  • (..) And I ain't noticed Mist' Ashley askin' to marry you! Now don't eat too fast. Ain't no need of havin' it come right back up again. Why does a girl have to be so silly to catch a husband? Scarlett, ifyou're not here by the time I count ten, we'll be goin' without you! I'm coming, Pa! One... (..)
    1939 Gone with the Wind