Foolishness
Foolishness noun - The quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind.
Usage example: you didn't fail the test because of any innate foolishness but because of a lack of preparation
Intelligence is an antonym for foolishness.
Intelligence
Intelligence noun - The ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems.
Usage example: high scores on this test supposedly demonstrate great intelligence
Foolishness is an antonym for intelligence.
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