Silly and Sage

Opposite meaning words

Silly adjective - Showing or marked by a lack of good sense or judgment.

Usage example: those silly movie producers who thought that audiences would fall for that gimmick all over again

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Sage is an antonym for silly.

Nearby Word: silliness

Sage adjective - Having or showing deep understanding and intelligent application of knowledge.

Usage example: a sage suggestion that she think long and hard before deciding to marry at such a young age

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Silly is an antonym for sage.

Nearby Word: sagely

alien silly

alien sage

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