word
Zany
ZAY-nee
/ˈzeɪniː/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
zany
Dictionary meaning
Ludicrous, foolish, like a clown.
Examples
- The entertainer was known for their zany antics.
- The zany is funny.
Synonyms: buffoonish
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