Betise
lack of understanding, perception, or the like; stupidity.
a stupid or foolish act or remark.
something inconsequential or without merit; absurdity; trifle.
historical examples
italian hours henry james
airy fairy lilian margaret wolfe hamilton (aka d-ch-ss)
noun
(rare) folly or lack of perception
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