noun
goofball
GOOF-bawl
noun
1
A silly, playful, or foolish person.
"Quit being a goofball and help me carry these boxes."
adj
1
Silly or ridiculous.
"They pulled off some goofball stunt at the talent show."
How to Use Goofball
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA playfully silly person, or something ridiculous and lighthearted.
When to use it
Informal and affectionate rather than harshly critical.
Word Forms
goofballs plural
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Etymology
Formed from "goof" plus "ball."