GRE Word List

BUFFOONERY

foolish or playful behavior or practice

The meaning of the word buffoonery is foolish or playful behavior or practice.

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WordMeaning
debuta first appearance
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
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homespunspun or made at home
bovineof, relating to, or resembling bovines and especially the ox or cow
massthe liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
pummelpound