Befooling (Noun)
Meaning
Derision of someone or something as foolish or absurd or inconsistent.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The politician's inconsistent statements were met with public befuddlement and befooling by the media for their obvious contradictions.
- Their befooling of the new employee's ideas led to a tense work environment where creativity was stifled.
- The comedian's befooling of the outdated social norms had the audience in stitches.
- The befooling of the poorly written novel by critics was relentless, with many calling it a waste of time.
- The public's befooling of the celebrity's latest antics was evident on social media, with many calling them out for their hypocrisy.