Definition of Silly
Silly
Sil·ly


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Foolishly or absurdly amusing; ridiculous or trivial.

e.g. The silly antics of the clown made the children laugh.

(adjective)
that which is trifling or of little importance;

e.g. He wished she would stop making silly statements in front of his co-workers.

(adjective)
playfully lighthearted and amusing;

e.g. Girls who host pretend tea parties are silly and imaginative.

(noun)
one who is foolish or acting funny;

e.g. "Oh, you silly," she said and pinched his cheek.

(adverb)
to an extreme degree or ridiculous manner;

e.g. Haunted houses always had a way to scare him silly.



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