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
  • But in their performance Scott and Seth Avett find the humor and simpatico interest in the song.
    David Browne, Rolling Stone, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Publicize your acknowledgment of wrongdoing in a way that feels authentic to your brand and the scale of the misstep—and, if appropriate, a bit of self-deprecating humor often helps.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
Definition of humor
Noun
  • The irony is that Chalobah has literally been asked to play the exact role, for Chelsea, and has excelled at it.
    Simon Johnson, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Of course the irony is that if Jimmy doesn’t work with the Heat now, would the Heat necessarily work with Jimmy on a sign-and-trade deal next summer?
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of irony
Noun
  • History shows that Globe comedy and musical winners have not always claimed Oscar victory.
    Clayton Davis, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Netflix musical Emilia Pérez boasted the most nominations going into the evening and racked up several awards throughout the night, culminating in one of its top honors: best motion picture in the comedy or musical category.
    Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of comedy
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“Funniness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/funniness. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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