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trait vs folly

folly vs trait

trait and folly both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
trait Yes No No No
folly Yes No No No
As nouns, folly is a hyponym of trait; that is, folly is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than trait:
  • trait: a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
  • folly: the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
trait (noun) folly (noun)
a distinguishing feature of your personal nature foolish or senseless behavior
a stupid mistake
the trait of acting stupidly or rashly
the quality of being rash and foolish
Difference between trait and folly

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