GRE Word List

BUFFOON

a ludicrous figure : clown

The meaning of the word buffoon is a ludicrous figure : clown.

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liabilitythe quality or state of being liable
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
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cursiverunning
smolderto burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke
cringeto recoil in distaste
compoundsomething formed by a union of elements or parts
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larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
immobilitynot moving : motionless