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clownish Synonyms

Another word for clownish

Choosing another word for clownish depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Resembling or characteristic of a clown, especially in being foolish, absurd, or overly comical in behavior or appearance.

Usage Example

"His buffoonish antics during the formal presentation failed to amuse the board of directors."

Strongest
buffoonish
Strong
foolish
zany
farcical
silly
ludicrous
absurd
Weak
droll

• adjective (Context 2)

Awkward, clumsy, or ill-mannered; characteristic of an unsophisticated or boorish person.

Usage Example

"The character begins the play with a clumsy, boorish demeanor before learning the ways of the royal court."

Strongest
boorish
Strong
oafish
loutish
ungainly
clumsy
awkward
gauche

Opposites of clownish

The opposite of clownish shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

dignified
serious
refined
graceful
solemn
polished
urbane
staid
See all opposites of clownish

• Nearby Words

clown
clownery
clownfish
clownish
clownishly
clownishness
clownlike

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Clownish. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/clownish
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