Revealing that the dunderhead is not serious (10)

Unmasking the Jokester: A 10-Letter Clue That’s All Fun and Games

Ah, crossword puzzles. Those little squares of black and white, filled with the promise of mental stimulation and a satisfying “aha!” moment when you finally crack a tricky clue. But sometimes, those clues can be as tricky as a politician’s campaign promises, leaving you scratching your head and wondering if the setter is playing a cruel joke.

Today’s puzzle presents us with just such a conundrum: a 10-letter clue that seems to be poking fun at someone’s lack of seriousness.

“Revealing that the dunderhead is not serious (10)“

The phrase “dunderhead” immediately conjures up images of someone lacking in intelligence, perhaps even a bit of a clown. But the clue seems to be hinting at something more than just a simple lack of brains. It’s suggesting that this “dunderhead” is also a bit of a joker, someone who takes things lightly and doesn’t always mean what they say.

So, what could this 10-letter word be? Is it a verb describing the act of revealing the dunderhead’s true nature? Could it be a noun that represents the act of being unserious? Or perhaps it’s something entirely different, a word that plays on the double meaning of “dunderhead” and “serious”?

This clue is a real head-scratcher, one that will test your vocabulary and your ability to think outside the box. Let’s see if we can crack it together!

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Available Answers:

DISPLAYING.

Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Metro Cryptic Crossword Clues Monday, 12 August 2024