foolishly
Translation
foolishly, unwisely
Examples
He foolishly invested all his money.
He foolishly invested all his money.
Grammar Patterns
modifies a ((verb)) Modifies a verb, often placed before it He foolishly spoke out of turn.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unwisely, stupidly; Antonyms: wisely, sensibly
Etymology
From the noun 'fool' + the adjective suffix '-ish' + the adverb suffix '-ly'. It literally means 'in a manner like a fool'.
Memory Tips
Picture a court jester (a fool) making a serious decision. That action is done 'foolishly'.