buffoonish

[US]/[ˈbʊfʊənɪʃ]/
[UK]/[ˈbʌfʊənɪʃ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Foolish or absurd; clownish.; Characterized by buffoonery.

Phrases & Collocations

buffoonish behavior

so buffoonish

acting buffoonish

utterly buffoonish

buffoonish antics

remarkably buffoonish

behaving buffoonishly

found buffoonish

a buffoonish figure

inherently buffoonish

Example Sentences

the politician's buffoonish behavior during the debate embarrassed his party.

his buffoonish attempts at flirting fell flat with the sophisticated woman.

the comedian's buffoonish routine was a hit with the younger audience.

i found the director's buffoonish style of filmmaking rather tiresome.

the buffoonish security guard let everyone through without checking ids.

his buffoonish antics at the wedding were completely inappropriate.

the buffoonish king was easily manipulated by his advisors.

despite his buffoonish exterior, he was a shrewd businessman.

the play featured a buffoonish character who provided comic relief.

her buffoonish imitation of the singer had everyone laughing.

he displayed a buffoonish confidence despite his lack of experience.

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