zany

[ˈzeɪni]

zany Definition

  • 1amusingly unconventional and idiosyncratic
  • 2a person who is eccentric, unconventional, or foolish

Using zany: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "zany" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He had a zany sense of humor that always kept us laughing.

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    The comedian's zany antics had the audience in stitches.

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    She dressed up as a zany clown for the costume party.

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    The movie was full of zany characters and situations.

zany Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using zany

  • to become crazy or irrational

    Example

    He went zany with excitement when he won the lottery.

  • zany as a three-dollar bill

    phony or fake

    Example

    That guy's story is zany as a three-dollar bill. I don't believe a word of it.

  • play the zany

    to act in a silly or foolish manner for comedic effect

    Example

    The actor played the zany in the comedy sketch, making the audience laugh with his over-the-top antics.

Phrases with zany

  • crazy or ridiculous adventures

    Example

    The book is about the zany capers of a group of mischievous teenagers.

  • humor that is unconventional, absurd, or wacky

    Example

    The show is known for its zany humor and over-the-top gags.

  • zany antics

    silly or foolish behavior

    Example

    The children were up to their usual zany antics, running around and making noise.

Origins of zany

from Italian 'zanni', a type of clown character in commedia dell'arte

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Summary: zany in Brief

'Zany' [ˈzeɪni] describes something or someone that is amusingly unconventional, eccentric, or foolish. It can refer to humor, behavior, or style, as in 'The comedian's zany antics had the audience in stitches.' 'Zany' extends into phrases like 'zany capers,' and idioms like 'go zany,' denoting irrationality, and 'play the zany,' implying comedic performance.