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clownishly Synonyms

Another word for clownishly

Choosing another word for clownishly depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a silly, absurd, or buffoonish manner reminiscent of a clown.

Usage Example

"The street performer danced buffoonishly across the plaza to entertain the passing children."

Strongest
buffoonishly
Strong
foolishly
absurdly
ludicrously
comically
ridiculously
Weak
zany

• adverb (Context 2)

In a clumsy, awkward, ill-bred, or boorish manner.

Usage Example

"He behaved boorishly at the formal banquet, embarrassing his hosts with his crude manners."

Strongest
boorishly
Strong
awkwardly
clumsily
uncouthly
oafishly
loutishly

Opposites of clownishly

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

seriously
gracefully
gravely
courteously
politely
solemnly
elegantly
earnestly
See all opposites of clownishly

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