Damfoolish

/dæmˈfuːlɪʃ/ adjective

Definition

Characterized by foolishness or stupidity; acting in a silly or senseless manner.

Etymology

From damfool with adjectival suffix -ish; transforms the noun for a foolish person into an adjective describing foolish behavior or qualities.

Kelly Says

Adding '-ish' to nouns is one of English's most productive patterns—'damfoolish' shows how we can instantly create new adjectives by just adding this suffix!

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