Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
buffoonery
noun
bə-ˈfün-ə-rē
Definition
The act of behaving in a ridiculous or foolish manner; clowning or jesting.
Examples
- His constant buffoonery during the presentation made it hard for anyone to take the meeting seriously.
- The comedian was known for his buffoonery on stage, always making the audience laugh with his silly antics.
- In the play, the character’s buffoonery relieved the tension of the more serious scenes.
Meaning
Buffoonery refers to silly or outrageous behavior, often intended to amuse others.
Synonyms
- Comedy
- Foolery
- Jesting
- Tomfoolery
- Farce
