1
as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
a well-known TV comic
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2
as in cartoon
a series of drawings that tell a story or part of a story
posted an especially funny comic by the watercooler
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as in humor
the amusing quality or element in something
a celebrated humorist who, without fail, could find the comic in even the most mundane of situations
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as in comedic
causing or intended to cause laughter
a comic monologue about his misadventures as a first-time camper
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Recent Examples of comic
Todd Longwell, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Sam Campbell, a comic of Australian extraction who is among this season’s competitors, might be best known for his oddball stint on Season 16 of Taskmaster; his general demeanor is that of an alien freshly beamed down from the mothership who also happens to be on a performance-improvement plan.
—Claire McNear, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2026
Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
One comic gimmick involves Appa’s superhuman grip that can subdue even the mightiest of men.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The SoFi gig is a full-circle moment for the comic.
—Todd Longwell, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Sam Campbell, a comic of Australian extraction who is among this season’s competitors, might be best known for his oddball stint on Season 16 of Taskmaster; his general demeanor is that of an alien freshly beamed down from the mothership who also happens to be on a performance-improvement plan.
—Claire McNear, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
In recent years political parties around the world have produced surrealist campaigns, comic campaigns, conspiratorial campaigns, even beer-drinking campaigns.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
One comic gimmick involves Appa’s superhuman grip that can subdue even the mightiest of men.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comic
Noun
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Alex Duong, a comedian, writer and actor based in Los Angeles, has died at the age of 42.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
29 Mar. 2026
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The Bushnell has become Hartford’s big room for top-rank stand-up comedians.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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His father came around the corner in time to see his arms poking up above the rim, a cartoon character in need of rescue.—
Eric Boodman,
Vulture,
25 Mar. 2026
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Other marketing jobs on RentAHuman seem equally pointless, like a $25 street promo for a cryptography startup, or a $5 job reviewing AI generated cartoons.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Gosling seems like a strong fit given his knack for blending self-deprecating and sometimes oddball humor with some serious dramatic chops.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Kennedy Center has presented the award since 1998 as a way to recognize those who have made significant contributions to humor and commentary in the United States.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Pickles frequently appear in comedic settings, from cartoon characters struggling with oversized jars to absurd internet memes celebrating the eccentricity of pickle enthusiasts.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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In this darkly comedic action thriller from director Ben Wheatley (High-Rise, FFF 2016) and the writer of John Wick, Bob Odenkirk stars as a new sheriff whose simple assignment unravels after a botched robbery proves that everything in the quiet town of Normal, Minnesota, is anything but!—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Allergies, congestion and structural issues are all addressable with medication, saline sprays, nasal strips or an ENT evaluation.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Mar. 2026
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That waxy layer on leaves is a natural defense mechanism for plants — and dish soap strips it away, giving the vinegar or other active ingredients direct access to do their work.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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In the early 1990s, Stuart Smalley's humorous affirmations on SNL highlighted the power of self-coaching, a concept supported by psychologist Ethan Kross, who suggests that addressing oneself in the second person can alleviate anxiety and improve problem-solving by fostering a broader perspective.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Mar. 2026
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The unexpected may have a humorous twist.—
Dave Duffey,
Outdoor Life,
26 Mar. 2026
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Deeply affectionate and laugh-out-loud funny, this delightful comedy is the directorial debut of Maude Apatow.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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No mention of whether those shows will be any different than the others or if the khaki-pants-wearing data analyst was simply making a funny.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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Widely considered one of the best comedy clubs in the country, if not the best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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Graham’s consulting role is perhaps more surprising as he is not known first and foremost for his comedy chops, although he is widely regarded as one of the most prolific creatives in British TV.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Comic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comic. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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