Chaplinesque

[ chap-luh-nesk ]

adjective

1. characteristic of or resembling the comedy or filmmaking style of Charlie Chaplin.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Chaplinesque¹

1920–25; (Charles) Chaplin + -esque

Example Sentences

The script includes a Chaplinesque chase shot on the battlements of Fort Totten, the Civil War site in Queens.

From New York Times

The image of a burly policeman traipsing across the stage with an empty plastic bag, attempting to “capture” the air, was the stuff of Chaplinesque comedy.

From Literature

Instead of discussing her piece, she began a little mime routine, to which Lefèvre responded with Chaplinesque comedic timing, mimicking bashful reluctance and deference to Carlson as the audience roared its approval.

From New York Times

He drew back from me in innocent, Chaplinesque surprise.

From Literature

Masina’s performance is nearly silent; unmistakably Chaplinesque with her derby, oversized coat and makeshift cane, she also evokes Stan Laurel, Harpo Marx and, as a little woodenhead, Pinocchio too.

From New York Times