Zany (Noun)
Meaning 1
A buffoon in one of the old comedies; imitates others for ludicrous effect.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The zany in the Commedia dell'Arte play specialized in over-the-top impressions of his fellow actors.
- As the self-proclaimed zany of the troupe, Bob felt it was his duty to mock his co-stars' mannerisms at every opportunity.
- The 16th-century Italian theater was famous for its zany, a bumbling fool who poked fun at the absurdity of life.
- Juggling clubs while riding a unicycle, the zany at the circus pushed the limits of physical comedy.
- Dressed in an oversized suit and shoes, the zany in the sketch show reveled in his goofball antics.