buffoon

Meanings

• noun

  A person who acts in a foolish or ridiculous manner, often to entertain others.

  - "The clown at the circus was a buffoon, making jokes and slapstick antics to amuse the crowd."
  - "Despite his buffoonish behavior, the jester was a favorite of the king and queen."

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Pronunciation

1. /bəˈfuːn/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with buffoon
moon , june , spoon , bloom

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Variants

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buffoon , buffoonish , buffoons

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Etymology

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Derived from the Italian word 'bozzo,' meaning 'clown' or 'jester'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'buffoon' has been used since the 16th century.

2. In some cultures, the buffoon was believed to have magical powers and could ward off evil spirits.

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Related Concepts

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1. Clown: A type of performer who uses physical comedy, makeup, and costumes to entertain audiences.

2. Jester: A court jester was an entertainer who used wit, humor, and music to amuse the royal court.

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Culture

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In literature and art, the buffoon has often been used as a comic relief character, providing amusement and lightheartedness to serious works. In some cultures, the buffoon has also been associated with the fool or jester, who uses wit and humor to criticize the powerful.

How to Memorize "buffoon"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a clown with red nose, oversized shoes, and a colorful costume.
   - Visualize a jester with a cap, bells, and a long staff.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'buffoon' with the image of a clown or jester.
   - Remember the buffoon as a character who brings joy and laughter.

3. mnemonics
   

   - B-Buffoon, C-Clown, J-Jester.
   - Buffoon: Brings fun, Brings joy.

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