What does BOFFO mean?

boffo

Part of Speech: noun, adjective

Definition: (n) a great success; (adj) excellent or successful

Pronunciations: (US) /ˈbɑːfoʊ/, (UK) /ˈbɒfəʊ/

Origin and Usage: The word "boffo" originated in the 1930s from the Italian word "buffo," which means comic. It was first used in the entertainment industry to describe a highly successful performance or show. Since then, it has been used more broadly to describe anything that is a great success or excellent.

Synonyms: (adj) outstanding, superb, excellent, brilliant, fantastic; (n) hit, success, triumph, sensation, blockbuster

Related Words: bluff, bough, booby, books, booth

Example Sentences:

1. The film was a boffo success at the box office, grossing over $100 million in its opening weekend.
2. The new restaurant has received boffo reviews from food critics and customers alike.
3. The companys latest product launch was a boffo hit, with sales exceeding expectations.