Word Network: foolishness

Viewpoint & Stance Adverbs (Technically, Frankly)

adjectives_adverbs

C2

Playing it Safe vs. Risking it All

advanced_syntax

C1

Arrivals & Appearances: Using 'Show Up'

prepositions

B1

penny wise pound foolish

Careful about small amounts of money but wasteful with large amounts.

Out of your mind.

Crazy, irrational

B1

put one's foot in one's mouth

Say something embarrassing by accident

A2

lose your marbles

Go crazy, become foolish

B1

Penny wise, pound foolish.

Saving small, losing big.

B1

a wild goose chase

Pointless search or pursuit.

A2