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buffoonery

Pronunciation: [bəˈfuːnəri]

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Learn how to use buffoonery in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “behavior”

(noun) silly or foolish behavior, often done to make people laugh. It’s when someone acts in a funny or ridiculous way to entertain others.

Example

The children's buffoonery at the party brought lots of laughter to everyone.

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His serious demeanor was a contrast to the buffoonery of his friends.

Example

What kind of buffoonery should we expect at the talent show?

Context: “entertainment”

(noun) the acts or performance of a buffoon, like a clown or jester. It’s about entertaining an audience through funny, exaggerated actions or speech.

Example

The clown's buffoonery kept the kids laughing throughout the entire show.

Example

The serious play had no room for buffoonery or jokes.

Example

What kinds of buffoonery do you enjoy watching in movies?

How to pronounce buffoonery

Pronunciation: [bəˈfuːnəri]

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