clownishness (Meaning)

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clownishness (n.)

The manners of a clown; coarseness or rudeness of behavior.

clownishness Sentence Examples

  1. The magician's act, while entertaining, bordered on childishness with its excessive clownishness.
  2. Despite their initial seriousness, their debate dissolved into a display of unproductive clownishness.
  3. Under pressure, her usually poised presentation devolved into a fit of nervous clownishness.
  4. The dog's playful antics, like chasing its tail in circles, were a source of constant amusement and clownishness.
  5. The children's birthday party was filled with joyous chaos, a delightful mix of games and good-natured clownishness.
  6. The actor struggled to balance the character's humor with genuine emotion, often veering into the territory of pure clownishness.
  7. The politician's attempt to connect with young voters felt forced and inauthentic, coming across as mere clownishness.
  8. The mime artist's subtle humor transcended the realm of slapstick, avoiding the expected clownishness of his profession.
  9. As she tripped and fell, she couldn't help but laugh at her own sudden bout of unexpected clownishness.
  10. The seriousness of the situation was undercut by the arrival of the office prankster, whose clownishness only heightened the tension.

FAQs About the word clownishness

The manners of a clown; coarseness or rudeness of behavior.

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The magician's act, while entertaining, bordered on childishness with its excessive clownishness.

Despite their initial seriousness, their debate dissolved into a display of unproductive clownishness.

Under pressure, her usually poised presentation devolved into a fit of nervous clownishness.

The dog's playful antics, like chasing its tail in circles, were a source of constant amusement and clownishness.