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
Gagman and buffoon are semantically related In some cases you can use "Gagman" instead a noun "Buffoon".
Nearby Words: buffoonery, buffo
Gagman
Gagman noun - A person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor.
Usage example: politicians with no talent for humor often hire gagmen to write jokes for them
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Synonyms for Gagman
Buffoon and gagman are semantically related in joking person topic. You can use "Buffoon" instead a noun "Gagman".
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