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Clownish

usgb/ˈklaʊnɪʃ/Volume
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While 'clownish' can seem fun, it's often used to criticize someone's behavior as foolish or embarrassing in serious situations. SlideHis constant interruptions during the meeting were seen as clownish by the executives.
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Informal SettingsPlay
'Clownish' is more suitable for informal language and can sound out of place in formal writing or speeches. SlideHer clownish mimicry was a hit at the family barbecue.
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Not Always FunnyPlay
Sometimes 'clownish' implies that someone isn't deliberately trying to be funny, but rather they are unintentionally acting in a silly way. SlideHis clownish attempt at fixing the sink only lead to a bigger leak.