goofy
adjective
ridiculous; silly; wacky; nutty.
goofiness
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a word derived from
goofy.
Example Sentences
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But for all its goofiness, the 2013 “Austenland,” directed by Jerusha Hess from Shannon Hale’s novel and starring an adorable Ms. Russell, reflects the obsessive nature of Austen worship.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
The signature goofiness of “Undercover Boss” is the cheap disguises producers use to camouflage the executives.
From Salon ● Feb. 23, 2026
That mix of goofiness and genuine advocacy is part of the reason Grody is so passionate about having the rest of “Seasoned” made.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2025
While the Eurovision Song Contest, which took place over the weekend, may have been shrouded in serious news, comedian John Oliver still managed to relish in the annual international competition's inherent goofiness.
From Salon ● May 13, 2024
Alex, of course, still thinks it’s spectacularly funny to pretend to trip almost every time he sees me, but his goofiness doesn’t bother me today, because it’s the last day before winter break.
From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée
