/ˌbʌfəˈnuːsk/; buh-foo-NOO-sk

Definitions

1. adjective

excessively or comically theatrical or sentimental

“The actor’s buffoonesque performance won him both praise and criticism.”

2. noun

a style or manner that is excessively or comically theatrical or sentimental

“The film’s buffoonesque ending was a deliberate choice to add a touch of drama.”