Buffoon and Funnyman

Buffoon

Buffoon noun - A comically dressed performer (as at a circus) who entertains with playful tricks and ridiculous behavior.
Usage example: the children at the birthday party giggled at the buffoon's silly tricks
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Synonyms for Buffoon

Funnyman and buffoon are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Funnyman" instead a noun "Buffoon".

Nearby Words: buffoonery, buffo

Funnyman

Funnyman noun - A person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor.
Usage example: a funnyman who honed his shtick in vaudeville, Milton Berle was credited with popularizing the medium of television
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Synonyms for Funnyman

Buffoon and funnyman are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Buffoon" instead a noun "Funnyman".
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