Buffoon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /bəˈfuːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Buffoon is a noun meaning One who performs in a silly or ridiculous fashion; a clown or fool.
Meaning
One who performs in a silly or ridiculous fashion; a clown or fool.
More Meanings
- (derogatory) An unintentionally ridiculous person.
- To behave like a buffoon
Example Sentences
To divert the audience with buffoon postures and antic dances.
His mimicry of gay speech and facial expressions is analogous to an Amos 'n' Andy routine, in which white men buffooned their way through incredibly demeaning impersonations of black men.
Word Forms
- buffoons
- buffooning
- buffooned
Synonyms for buffoon
Depending on context, synonyms include clown, merry andrew.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include merry andrew, clown, zany, fool, schmuck, oaf.
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