Goof
/ɡuːf/noun
A person who tends to make mistakes in a foolish way.
He is a lovable goof, always finding himself in funny situations.
Often appears as...
- bit of a goof
- lovable goof
Usage tips
Informal
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Playful Insult
Used affectionately about friends making silly mistakes without causing harm.
Don't worry, you big goof, we all forget things sometimes!
Pro Tip 2/3Not Harsh
'Goof' is softer than 'fool' or 'idiot' and doesn't sound as harsh.
She's just a goof, not someone you should be mad at.
Pro Tip 3/3Amusing Situations
Often used when someone's mistakes lead to funny or entertaining outcomes.
Our class goof always has a funny story about his mishaps.
Compare with
buffoonclowndoltfoolidiotjesterjokermoron
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