Synonyms for

Humour

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

Definition

the quality of being amusing or comical, especially as expressed in literature or speech

Synonyms & similar words

bodyfluid senseofhumour wittiness temper witticism liquidbodysubstance humor bodilyfluid senseofhumor mood wit wit comedy fun amusement entertainment joke pleasantry ridicule satire irony sarcasm banter levity liveliness merriment playfulness whimsy facetiousness jocularity laughingstock

Synonyms by register

Formal

wit amusement merriment joviality

Informal

fun laughs giggles jollies

Literary

mirth levity gaiety

Antonyms

sadness gloom seriousness gravity melancholy somberness

Common collocations

  • sense of humour
  • dark humour
  • dry humour
  • slapstick humour
  • sense of humor
  • find it funny
  • tell a joke

Word family

noun humour
verb humorize
adjective humorous

Usage note

Humour is the ability to find something amusing or funny. In American English, the spelling is 'humor'.

Example sentences

  1. The humour in the movie was so funny that I couldn't stop laughing.
  2. My dad has a good sense of humour and always makes us laugh.
  3. The comedian's humour was a bit too crude for my taste.
  4. The cartoonist's humour was clever and witty.
  5. The book's humour appealed to both kids and adults.

Quotes

  • Laughter is the best medicine, but if you're laughing for no reason, you need medicine. - Unknown
  • The best way to cheer yourself up is to try to cheer somebody else up. - Mark Twain
  • Humor is mankind's greatest blessing. - Mark Twain

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