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clownish

Clownish (adj) means resembling or characteristic of a circus clown; comical, ridiculous.

adj
1
Resembling or characteristic of a circus clown; comical, ridiculous.
2
Pertaining to peasants; rustic.
3
Uncultured, boorish; rough, coarse.
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What is the meaning of clownish?

"clownish" (adj) means resembling or characteristic of a circus clown; comical, ridiculous.

What are the different meanings of clownish?

"clownish" has 3 main meanings: 1. Resembling or characteristic of a circus clown; comical, ridiculous; 2. Pertaining to peasants; rustic; 3. Uncultured, boorish; rough, coarse.

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