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Goofball

usgb/ˈɡuːfbɔːl/Volume
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Informal UsagePlay
Used among friends in casual situations, not in formal or serious contexts. SlideAt the party, Mike was being a total goofball to entertain everyone.
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Often expresses fondness rather than annoyance; it's usually a positive term. SlideYou're such a goofball for always telling dad jokes.
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Not InsultingPlay
Generally not used to seriously insult someone; carries a light-hearted connotation. SlideEven when she trips, she's a goofball about it and laughs it off.