Definition of «daft»

The term "daft" is an adjective that means foolish or silly. It can also refer to someone who is naive, gullible, or easily deceived. The phrase "to be daft" refers to being mentally impaired or having a diminished capacity for reasoning.

Usage examples

  1. I can't believe she bought that daft excuse for being late.
  2. He always comes up with daft ideas that never seem to work.
  3. The daft cat keeps running in circles chasing its own tail.
  4. Don't be so daft! It's obvious that he's just playing a prank on you.
  5. Her daft sense of humor always manages to brighten up any gloomy situation.
  6. I find it daft to spend so much money on something that will barely be used.
  7. The daft decision to cancel the event disappointed many of its attendees.
  8. The children laughed at the daft dance moves of the street performer.
  9. She's a bit daft when it comes to technology and struggles to use her smartphone.
  10. It's daft to underestimate the intelligence of young children; they can surprise you.

Sentences with «daft»

  • It's rare enough for a performer to hitch their star to a movie's soundtrack — although the results can be as transformative as Daft Punk doing Tron: Legacy, Aimee Mann scoring Magnolia, or Curtis Mayfield breathing life into Superfly — but it's even more rare for an artist of Lamar's popularity and clout to take one on. (avclub.com)
  • t Copy, the synth - pop outfit from Melbourne, Australia, made a name for themselves touring with the likes of Daft Punk, Franz Ferdinand and Bloc Party. (relevantmagazine.com)
  • Was it not a bit daft of the boss to risk his most important player at the end of a game that was already won? (justarsenal.com)
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