Pronunciation: /bəˈfuːnəri/
noun a behavior that is ridiculous, funny, or absurd, often done to entertain others
A1 The clown's buffoonery made the children laugh.
A2 The actor's buffoonery on stage was entertaining but not very sophisticated.
B1 The politician's buffoonery during the debate did not impress the audience.
B2 The comedian's buffoonery was a hit with the crowd, showcasing his talent for physical comedy.
C1 The professor was known for his intellectual buffoonery, using humor to engage his students in complex topics.
C2 The author's novel was criticized for its reliance on buffoonery rather than meaningful character development.
formal The CEO was disappointed by the buffoonery displayed during the important board meeting.
informal I can't believe the level of buffoonery going on in the office today.
slang Stop with the buffoonery, it's getting old.
figurative His actions were like a performance of buffoonery, making everyone laugh but also causing chaos.
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