Meaning of the word goofball in English

What does goofball mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

goofball

US /ˈɡuːf.bɑːl/
UK /ˈɡuːf.bɔːl/

Noun

a silly or foolish person

Example:
My uncle is such a goofball, always telling jokes and making everyone laugh.
He's a bit of a goofball, but he means well.