tomfoolery

/tɒmˈfuːləri/

Definitions

1. noun

foolish or absurd behavior, often playful or mischievous

“The comedian’s tomfoolery on stage had the audience in stitches.”

2. noun

a ridiculous or absurd situation

“The movie’s plot was full of tomfoolery, making it a comedy classic.”

3. verb

to engage in foolish or absurd behavior

“The kids were tomfooling around in the park, causing trouble for the adults.”

Synonyms

  • absurdity
  • foolishness
  • mischief

Antonyms

  • reasonableness
  • sense
  • seriousness