GOOFY Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

goofy

adjective

ˈgü-fē

Definition of goofy

as in silly

lacking in seriousness or maturity it's not appropriate to be goofy at a funeral

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Recent Examples of goofy The two actors have great chemistry and are goofy and lovable. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026 And an extremely catchy German song has gone viral in part because its lyrical refrain sounds goofy to ears used to English. — Greg Myre, NPR, 4 Aug. 2026 Waititi’s nutty neon space opera is the goofiest, most delightful entry in the MCU. — Ew Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026 And even though Buffett’s gone, his music still spread goofy fun in Fort Worth Saturday night. — Jake Harris july 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for goofy

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Adjective

The Astros’ rotation is in such a state that ruling anyone out as a candidate to start games seems silly, but their actions indicate Imai is something of a last resort.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026
So, even though Jay spent the song drawing a line between his own sophistication and the rest of the rap world’s childish behavior, 13 years later, kids are turning his luxury flex into a silly dance.

— Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of silly

Adjective

The receiving corps is still a question mark, and depending solely on De’Von Achane seems futile.

— Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
Named Wilbur by the hive mind of social media, the animal blew up online after resident Jamaal Harrison posted a video to TikTok on Saturday showing his futile attempts to catch it on an e-bike.

— Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

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goof (up)

goofy

go on

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