B1
foolhardy vs foolish
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| foolhardyadjective/ˈfuːlˌhɑːr.di/ | Meaning willing to take big risks without thinking about the danger | Goes with — | Example It was foolhardy to swim in the river after the heavy rain. |
| foolishadjective/ˈfuː.lɪʃ/ | Meaning not sensible; showing a lack of good judgment | Goes with foolish mistake | Example He made a foolish mistake and sent the email to everyone. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
It was to swim in the river after the heavy rain.