Be/become a figure of fun

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To become someone others laugh at or make fun of.

Since his embarrassing mistake in the meeting, John has become a figure of fun in the office.
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Often appears as...

  • person has become a figure of fun
  • being a figure of fun in school

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

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Emotional Impact

Being a figure of fun can hurt someone's feelings, creating embarrassment or sadness.

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She didn't show it, but being a figure of fun after the performance affected her deeply.
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Social Context

This phrase is often used in situations where someone stands out negatively in a community or social setting.

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Wearing that costume to a formal event, he quickly became a figure of fun.
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Not Literal

The phrase doesn't always mean someone is actually laughed at; it can be a perception of being ridiculed.

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Despite his success, he felt like a figure of fun among his wealthier peers.
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