silly

/ˈsɪli/

noun

  1. 1

    A silly person.

  2. 2

    A term of address.

  3. 3

    A mistake.

adjective

  1. 1

    Laughable or amusing through foolishness or a foolish appearance.

  2. 2

    Blessed, particularly:

  3. 3

    Pitiful, inspiring compassion, particularly:

  4. 4

    Simple, plain, particularly:

  5. 5

    Mentally simple, foolish, particularly:

  6. 6

    (of a fielding position) Very close to the batsman, facing the bowler; closer than short.

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adverb

  1. 1

    Sillily: in a silly manner.

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