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clownlike Antonyms

Opposite of clownlike

Pinning down the opposite of clownlike requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear adjective definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Resembling or characteristic of a clown, especially in appearance, comical behavior, or foolishness.

Usage Example

"The actor wore oversized shoes and a bright red vest that gave him a distinctly dignified appearance on stage."

Strongest
dignified
Strong
solemn
serious
grave
staid
decorous

Similar words to clownlike

Words similar to clownlike shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

clownish
buffoonish
farcical
zany
comical
slapstick
ludicrous
See all synonyms of clownlike

• Nearby Words

clownish
clownishly
clownishness
clownlike
cloying
cloyingly
clubber

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Clownlike. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/clownlike
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