humorous
/'hju:mərəs/ Cách viết khác : (hummor) /'hju:mə/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Full of or characterized by humor: Describes something that is funny, amusing, or intended to provoke laughter.
- Having or showing a playful, witty, or amusing quality: Describes a person, remark, or style that is comical or lighthearted.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- She told a humorous anecdote that made everyone laugh.
- His humorous take on everyday life is very popular.
- The article was written in a humorous vein.
- The cartoon is humorous but also makes a serious point.
Advanced Usage
- "in a humorous vein": in a humorous style or manner.
- The speaker began his lecture in a humorous vein to engage the audience.
- Describing a person's character or disposition:
- He has a humorous outlook that helps him cope with stress.
Variants and Related Words
- Humor (noun): the quality of being funny or amusing.
- She has a great sense of humor.
- Humorously (adverb): in a humorous way.
- He humorously described the incident.
- Humorist (noun): a person who writes or performs humorous material.
- Mark Twain was a famous American humorist.
Synonyms
- Funny: Causing laughter or amusement.
- Amusing: Providing entertainment or enjoyment.
- Witty: Showing quick and inventive verbal humor.
- Comical: Causing laughter, especially through being ridiculous.
- Jocular: Fond of or characterized by joking.
Antonyms
- Serious: Solemn or thoughtful in character.
- Humourless (or Humorless): Lacking a sense of humor.
- Solemn: Formal and dignified; not cheerful or smiling.
- Grave: Serious or solemn in manner or appearance.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- A humorous slant/angle: A funny or amusing perspective on a topic.
- The documentary provided a humorous slant on historical events.
- See the humorous side: To find something funny despite its difficulties.
- It was a frustrating situation, but she tried to see the humorous side.
Adjective
- full of or characterized by humor
- humorous stories
- humorous cartoons
- in a humorous vein