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fool

UK/fu:l/US
NGSL 3kA2

Definitions

n.

A person who lacks good judgment or intelligence; a jester who entertained a royal court.

傻瓜,蠢人;弄臣

v.

To trick or deceive someone; to behave in a silly or idiotic way.

愚弄,欺骗;胡闹

adj.

Foolish; lacking good sense.

愚蠢的

Root Breakdown

Native English
foolother
=fool

Common Collocations

  • 1.play the fool装傻
  • 2.make a fool of愚弄某人
  • 3.fool's gold愚人金

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Only a fool would ignore the clear warning signs before making such a risky investment.

  • 2.

    The magician managed to fool the entire audience with his incredible sleight of hand tricks.

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