NYT Dictionary

BOFFO

/ˈbɒfoʊ/
AdjectiveNounBOF-fobof-fo · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

Outstanding; very good or successful.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Entertainment industry slang; possibly from box office or buffo.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

boffclicko

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 10 recorded puzzles:

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