adjective

foolproof

foolproof

The new system is completely foolproof.

The new system is completely foolproof.

He thought he had a foolproof plan.

He thought he had a foolproof plan.

a ((foolproof)) ((noun)) a foolproof (noun) It's a foolproof method.

((noun)) is ((foolproof)) (noun) is foolproof The design is foolproof.

Synonyms: infallible, failsafe, guaranteed

From 'fool' + 'proof' (resistant to). It implies something is resistant to being misused or broken, even by a fool.

Think of 'waterproof'. Just as a waterproof watch keeps water out, a 'foolproof' plan keeps fools from breaking it.

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