# make an ass of

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/make-an-ass-of
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

To cause (someone) to appear foolish.

## Examples

- Don't make an ass of yourself at the party tonight.
- He drank too much at the dinner and managed to make an ass of himself in front of his boss.
- By insisting on his expertise despite knowing nothing about the topic, he inadvertently made an ass of himself before the entire committee.

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