Meaning & Definition of word "Fool"

Fool

/fuːl/

1. A person who lacks good sense or judgment.
- Example: Don't be such a fool; think before you act.
2. A person who is tricked or deceived.
- Example: He played the fool and allowed himself to be easily manipulated.
3. A jester or clown in historical context.
- Example: The king's fool entertained the court with witty remarks.

1. To deceive or trick someone.
- Example: He fooled his friends into believing he was moving away.
2. To act playfully or in a silly manner.
- Example: They fooled around at the party, making everyone laugh.

Middle English 'fole', from Old French 'fol', from Latin 'follis' meaning 'bellows, wind bag'.

fool's gold:

A substance that resembles gold but is valueless.

make a fool of:

To trick someone in a way that makes them look silly.

fool around:

To act playfully or without seriousness.

foolish:

Lacking good sense or judgment.

foolhardy:

Recklessly bold or rash.

foolery:

Behavior that is foolish or silly.

Meaning: Goof

Example Sentence: He is such a goof, always making people laugh.

Meaning: Numbskull

Example Sentence: Don’t be a numbskull; that plan will never work.