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silly

The correct spelling is silly.

How to pronounce silly

/ˈsɪli/
noun

IPA: /ˈsɪli/

Say it like: Sil-lee

The correct spelling is silly. A silly person.

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Meanings

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:

adverb

  1. 1.Sillily: in a silly manner.

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