Synonyms for

Humorous

Verb / ˈhju:mɜ:ʌs / Another word for humorous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

tending to provoke laughter or amusement; funny

Synonyms & similar words

humourous humorless funny amusing comical witty droll entertaining jocular jesting ludicrous ridiculous hilarious laughable facetious whimsical playful uproarious silly goofy zany farcical

Synonyms by register

Formal

amusing witty jocose facetious

Informal

funny hilarious comical laughable sidesplitting

Literary

droll merrie

Antonyms

serious sad grave somber unfunny dull boring

Common collocations

  • humorous anecdote
  • humorous situation
  • humorous effect
  • humorous writing
  • humorous tone
  • humorous observation
  • humorous remark

Word family

noun humor
verb humor
adverb humorously

Usage note

While 'humorous' and 'funny' are often interchangeable, 'humorous' can sometimes imply a more gentle or sophisticated kind of amusement. 'Humor' as a verb means to indulge or satisfy someone's whim.

Example sentences

  1. The cartoon was very humorous and made us all laugh.
  2. The humorous story was about a monkey who loved to dance.
  3. The comedian's humorous jokes had the audience rolling with laughter.
  4. The humorous advertisement for the new car made me want to buy one.
  5. The humorous TV show was on every Friday night.

Quotes

  • Laughter is the shortest distance between two people. - Victor Borge
  • The secret to humor is surprise. - Aristotle
  • Humor is mankind's greatest blessing. - Mark Twain

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