Synonyms for

Comical

Verb / ˈkɑ:mɪkʌl / Another word for comical — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Comical means causing laughter or amusement; funny.

Synonyms & similar words

risible mirthful comic amusing laughable funny funny humorous amusing droll ludicrous ridiculous hilarious entertaining laughable jocular whimsical facetious witty satirical ironic waggish mirthful uproarious rollicking side-splitting

Synonyms by register

Formal

humorous amusing facetious witty

Informal

funny hilarious laughable jokey

Literary

droll ludicrous farcical

Antonyms

serious solemn tragic sad grave earnest unfunny

Common collocations

  • comical relief
  • comical effect
  • comical situation
  • comical character
  • comical appearance
  • comical misunderstanding
  • comical mishap

Word family

noun comedy
adjective comical
adverb comically

Usage note

While 'comical' often implies lighthearted amusement, it can sometimes suggest something absurd or ridiculous, bordering on the pathetic. It is generally less intense than 'hilarious'.

Example sentences

  1. The cartoon was comical and made me laugh.
  2. The comedian's performance was comical and entertaining.
  3. The situation was so comical that I couldn't stop laughing.
  4. The clown's comical makeup and clothing made him look silly.
  5. The sitcom is known for its comical characters and humorous dialogue.

Quotes

  • Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face. - Victor Hugo
  • I have always felt that laughter in the face of reality is probably the finest sound there is and will last until the day when the game is called on account of darkness. - Erma Bombeck
  • A good laugh heals a lot of hurts. - Madeleine L'Engle

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