GRE Word List

BUFFOON

a ludicrous figure : clown

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

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WordMeaning
charydiscreetly cautious: such as
animatedendowed with life or the qualities of life : alive
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
opalescentreflecting an iridescent light
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
facileeasily accomplished or attained
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety