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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

buffoonery

/ˌbʌfˈuːnəri/ noun · British & US
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What does buffoonery mean?

noun

Behavior or actions that are foolish or absurd, often in a way that is intended to be humorous or entertaining.

Example

"The comedian's buffoonery on stage had the audience in stitches."

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