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adjective, -di·er, -di·est.
recklessly or thoughtlessly bold; foolishly rash or venturesome.
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Foolhardiness
is always a great word to know.
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| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
| a chattering or flighty, light-headed person. |
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Word Origin & History
foolhardy
early 13c., from fool (n.) + M.E. hardi "bold;" hence "foolishly brave."
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