funniness

noun

Definition of funninessnext
as in humor
the amusing quality or element in something the funniness of the situation is often lost on the victim of the prank

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  1. humor
  2. irony
  3. comedy
Noun
  • Directed by Sidney Poitier, the film paired Poitier with Bill Cosby and Harry Belafonte in a story that was filled with humor, heart, and sharp cultural insight.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Through these two characters, the film blends touching moments, humor, and a very realistic depiction of navigating love and relationships in a bustling urban environment.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of humor
Noun
  • The irony, though fitting, is probably too good to be true.
    Max Norman, The New Yorker, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Eisenberg wanted to convey the irony of yearning to connect with your ancestors’ pain while being unwilling to experience — or even confront — any discomfort while doing so.
    Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of irony
Noun
  • By the way, the period around the movie, roughly 1998 to 2001, had so many teen comedies.
    Mikey O'Connell, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
  • And to be fair to Reynolds, discerning comedy and drama has become a gray area for Hollywood.
    Ethan Millman, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of comedy
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“Funniness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/funniness. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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