Oscar WildeI choose my friends for their good looks, my acquaintances for their good characters, and my enemies for their good intellects.
About This Quote
This quote is a bit of a paradox. The idea of good looks and good character is one that we typically associate with the same person: A person who is popular and attractive. However, in this quote, we’re talking about finding “good looks” and “good character” in our friends, not our acquaintances or enemies.
Some Similar Quotes
- This life is what you make it. No matter what, you're going to mess up sometimes, it's a universal truth. But the good part is you get to decide how you're going to mess it up. Girls will be your friends - they'll act like...
- A guy and a girl can be just friends, but at one point or another, they will fall for each other... Maybe temporarily, maybe at the wrong time, maybe too late, or maybe forever
- I think if I've learned anything about friendship, it's to hang in, stay connected, fight for them, and let them fight for you. Don't walk away, don't be distracted, don't be too busy or tired, don't take them for granted. Friends are part of the...
- The man of knowledge must be able not only to love his enemies but also to hate his friends.
- That's what people do who love you. They put their arms around you and love you when you're not so lovable.