Refine this word faster

Stronger alternatives Opposite tone Use in context Cross-language nuance

Buffo

name, noun

Definitions

Proper Noun
  1. 1
    A surname from Italian.
Noun
  1. 1
    A comic singer, particularly in comic opera

    "Signor Bruschino was updated from a generic buffo character to an oily, scholarly-looking, suit-clad neurotic, excellently acted and sung by Marco Nistico."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From Italian buffo.

Etymology 2

Borrowed from Italian Buffo.

See also for "buffo"

Synonyms Antonyms Rhymes Sentences Translate Word Type Pronunciation Word Forms

Next best steps

Find stronger synonymsSee usage examplesCheck pronunciation

Mini challenge

Unscramble this word: buffo