GRE Word List

BUFFOON

a ludicrous figure : clown

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

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negligibleso small or unimportant or of so little consequence as to warrant little or no attention : trifling
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multiformhaving many forms or appearances
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pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
founderone that founds or establishes
rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
championa winner of first prize or first place in competition
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
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