merry-andrew

noun

Definition of merry-andrewnext
as in madcap

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for merry-andrew
  1. droll
  2. wag
  3. clown
  4. buffoon
  5. comedian
  6. harlequin
  7. comedienne
  8. jokester
Noun
  • Armisen voices a number of droll characters and is hilariously — and fittingly — deadpan as the figure of Death who becomes seduced by show biz via a clever agent (Kind).
    Frank Rizzo, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
  • But the miraculous truth is that Kim Gordon, Sonic Youth’s droll co-founder, made one of the most sheerly amusing albums of the year.
    Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of droll
Noun
  • Kobe's tail wags furiously as the pair are introduced, and the couple also keep a close hand on the larger dog just in case his excitement becomes too much.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • So Michigan is going to get away with the biggest on-field cheating scandal in the history of college football with nothing more than a finger wag and slap on the wrist, right?
    Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 7 Aug. 2024
Definition of wag
Noun
  • The sequel is part prison drama, part musical, as incarcerated clown Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) goes on trial for multiple murders but finds a mercurial soulmate in an understanding super-fan (Lady Gaga).
    Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Many travelers make the 210-mile drive north from Las Vegas just for the clown experience.
    Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of clown
Noun
  • So my place is to play this role of be the little buffoon every now and then.
    Outside Online, Outside Online, 21 Nov. 2024
  • There are colorful characters, but no bombastic buffoons.
    Longreads, Longreads, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of buffoon
Noun
  • Donald Trump appeared on podcasts hosted by comedians who are known for their appeal with conservative-leaning audiences, including Rogan, Andrew Schulz and Theo Von.
    Angela Yang, NBC News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • While looking back at past projects, Chris Columbus, the director behind holiday classics Home Alone and Gremlins, shared a not-so-merry holiday recollection involving comedian Chevy Chase.
    Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of comedian
Noun
  • But this harlequin moll can’t match Joker’s lunacy as either lawbreaker or musician.
    Armond White, National Review, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The doll, which is called the Witch Weaver, wears flared bell-bottoms, a gossamer harlequin blouse, gold waistcoat and crystal headpiece — taking inspiration from Reed’s signature design codes, personal style and even Lady Gaga.
    Violet Goldstone, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of harlequin
Noun
  • The comedienne wore her brunette tresses in a braided half-updo, while her makeup consisted of a smokey eye, rosy blush and a glossy nude lip.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Will & Grace and comedienne Ellen DeGeneres are credited with playing significant roles in transforming the image of gay Americans and, as such, the modern LGBTQ equity movement.
    Keli Goff, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of comedienne
Noun
  • The jokester reprises his role as antagonist and comically-large-mustache enthusiast Dr. Robotnik in the franchise’s third installment, in theaters Dec. 20.
    Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
  • David Naughton is great as the backpacker who survives an attack by a werewolf, but Griffin Dunne steals the show as his deteriorating, jokester friend who does not.
    Defne Karabatur, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of jokester
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