Synonyms for
Funny
Definition
causing laughter or amusement; humorous
Synonyms & similar words
odd
shady
mirthful
peculiar
comic
suspect
singular
suspicious
funnystory
goodstory
rummy
comical
risible
fishy
rum
laughable
amusing
funnyremark
curious
queer
amusing
comical
humorous
hilarious
witty
entertaining
jocular
laughable
ludicrous
ridiculous
silly
whimsical
droll
facetious
mirthful
waggish
jovial
playful
joking
lighthearted
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- funny bone
- funny business
- funny story
- funny face
- funny money
- funny turn
- funny coincidence
Word family
Usage note
While 'funny' can mean humorous, it can also mean strange or peculiar. Context is key to understanding the intended meaning.
Example sentences
- The joke the comedian told was very funny.
- My dog sometimes does funny things that make me laugh.
- The cartoon was full of funny characters.
- The movie was so funny that I couldn't stop laughing.
- The children's book had a lot of funny pictures in it.
Quotes
"I'm not great at the advice. Can I interest you in a sarcastic comment?" - Chandler Bing
"I love people who make me laugh. I honestly think it's the thing I like most, to laugh. It cures a multitude of ills. It's probably the most important thing in a person." - Audrey Hepburn
"I am thankful for laughter, except when milk comes out of my nose." - Woody Allen