1. plural of clownishness; the quality or state of being clownish; foolish, rude, or silly behavior
Usage: typically used in formal or literary contexts; abstract noun referring to multiple instances or aspects of clownish conduct

Examples

• The actor's various clownishnesses on stage delighted the audience.
• His repeated clownishnesses during the meeting annoyed the serious-minded executives.
• The film satirized the clownishnesses of the wealthy elite.
• Despite her intelligence, she occasionally displayed clownishnesses that made her seem immature.
• The comedian's trademark clownishnesses earned him both fans and critics.