Goofy

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Definition

  1. Adjective:

    • Silly, foolish, or ridiculous: Describes a person, behavior, or thing that appears amusingly stupid or lacking in common sense.
    • Absurd or ludicrous: Can describe an idea, plan, or situation that is wildly impractical or nonsensical.

  2. Noun:

    • A cartoon character: Refers specifically to the Disney character, a tall, anthropomorphic dog known for his clumsy and silly personality.
Usage Examples

  • Adjective:

    • He had a goofy grin on his face after hearing the joke.
    • Wearing that hat makes you look goofy.
    • It was a goofy plan that was never going to work.

  • Noun:

    • My favorite classic Disney character is Goofy.
Advanced Usage

  • "to feel goofy": to feel silly or lighthearted.

    • I felt a little goofy after staying up all night.

  • "goofy humor": a type of comedy that is based on silliness and physical clumsiness rather than clever wit.

    • The movie relies on goofy humor, with lots of slapstick comedy.
Variants and Related Words

  • Goof (n/v): A silly mistake; to make a silly mistake or spend time idly.

    • I made a real goof on the report.
    • We just goofed around all afternoon.

  • Goofball (n, informal): A silly or eccentric person.

    • My brother is a real goofball, always making everyone laugh.

  • Goofily (adv): In a silly or foolish manner.

    • He smiled goofily at the camera.
Synonyms
  • Silly: Lacking in common sense; frivolous.
  • Foolish: Lacking good sense or judgment; unwise.
  • Ridiculous: Deserving or inviting mockery; absurd.
  • Daft (informal): Silly; foolish.
Antonyms
  • Sensible: Chosen in accordance with wisdom or prudence; practical.
  • Serious: Demanding careful consideration; not joking or trifling.
  • Sober: Serious, sensible, and solemn.
Related Phrases

  • Goof off (phrasal verb): To avoid work or responsibility; to spend time idly or foolishly.

    • He spent the afternoon goofing off instead of studying.

  • Play the goof: To act the part of a silly or foolish person.

    • He likes to play the goof to get attention.
Adjective
  1. ludicrous, foolish
    • gave me a cockamamie reason for not going
    • wore a goofy hat
    • a silly idea
    • some wacky plan for selling more books
Noun
  1. a cartoon character created by Walt Disney

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