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Definition of clownery

clownery

/ˈklaʊnəɹi/
clown · er · y
Adverb:clownishly
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Plural:clowneries
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Adjective:clownish
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clownery Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Foolish, absurd, or embarrassing behavior that is worthy of ridicule (often used in informal and online contexts).

Example

"Canceling the project after spending millions of dollars on research is pure clownery."

2

The behavior, antics, or performance characteristic of a clown; buffoonery.

Example

"The children laughed hysterically at the physical clownery on stage during the circus performance."

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• Nearby Words

clover
cloverleaf
clown
clownery
clownfish
clownish
clownishly

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Clownery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/clownery
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