clownish Definition
resembling or characteristic of a clown, especially in being outlandish or ridiculous.
Using clownish: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clownish" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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He was wearing a clownish outfit with oversized shoes and a red nose.
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Her behavior was so clownish that nobody took her seriously.
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The movie's special effects were so clownish that it ruined the overall experience.
clownish Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for clownish
Summary: clownish in Brief
'Clownish' [kloun-ish] is an adjective that describes something or someone that resembles or has the characteristics of a clown. It often implies being outlandish or ridiculous, as in 'Her behavior was so clownish that nobody took her seriously.' Synonyms include 'buffoonish,' 'ridiculous,' and 'zany,' while antonyms include 'serious' and 'dignified.'
