comedic

adjective

co·​me·​dic kə-ˈmē-dik How to pronounce comedic (audio)
1
: of or relating to comedy
2
comedically adverb

Examples of comedic in a Sentence

She has a lot of comedic talent. a drama with comedic elements
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The ensemble cast’s comedic gifts also get a fine showcase throughout thanks to some snappy banter and amusing physical comedy — and some exciting car chases, too. Simon Abrams, New York Times, 27 Dec. 2024 The surrealist, comedic drama stars Torres and Tilda Swinton as an aspiring toymaker and an eccentric art critic who find problematic soulmates in each other. Elaina Patton, NBC News, 26 Dec. 2024 The Great Emu War’s comedic reputation hides serious issues about human-wildlife conflict. Scott Travers, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024 Watch on Amazon The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh Lost star Naveen Andrews gets to make use of his stellar comedic chops in this darkly humorous tale of the American Dream gone wrong. Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for comedic 

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of comedic was in 1639

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“Comedic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comedic. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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