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farcical

DEFINITION: (adjective) Broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce.

USAGE: The clown, with his farcical exuberance, rainbow striped hair, and poorly timed gags, drew enthusiastic applause and laughter from the audience.

SYNONYMS: ludicrous, ridiculous.

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