What does tomfool mean?
Tomfool means A silly or stupid person, especially a boy or man..
Tomfool
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
A silly or stupid person, especially a boy or man..
Definitions by Sense
- A silly or stupid person, especially a boy or man.
- (Caribbean, colloquial) Any of various tyrant flycatchers viewed as foolishly confiding.
- Silly or stupid.
- (intransitive) To act foolishly.
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Synonyms for tomfool
Antonyms for tomfool
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Word Forms
- tomfools
- tomfooling
- tomfooled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tomfool?
Common synonyms include sap, fool, saphead, muggins.
What is the opposite of tomfool?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tomfool in a sentence?
Use tomfool where its definition matches the intended context.
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