Comedicness: meaning, definitions and examples

😂
Add to dictionary

comedicness

 

[ kəˈmɪdɪk.nəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

quality of humor

Comedicness refers to the quality or state of being humorous or funny. It encompasses the elements that make something amusing or entertaining, often associated with comedy performances or works. The comedicness of a piece can greatly affect its reception and the audience's enjoyment.

Synonyms

comedy, funny quality, humor

Examples of usage

  • The comedicness of his stand-up routine had the audience in stitches.
  • In today's film, the comedicness was highlighted by clever writing and timing.
  • The comedicness of the series appealed to a wide range of viewers.

Translations

Translations of the word "comedicness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 comicidade

🇮🇳 कॉमेडिकनेस

🇩🇪 Komik

🇮🇩 komedi

🇺🇦 комедійність

🇵🇱 komiczność

🇯🇵 コメディ性

🇫🇷 comédie

🇪🇸 comicidad

🇹🇷 komiklik

🇰🇷 코믹함

🇸🇦 الكوميديا

🇨🇿 komičnost

🇸🇰 komičnosť

🇨🇳 喜剧性

🇸🇮 komičnost

🇮🇸 grínleikur

🇰🇿 комедиялық

🇬🇪 კომიკურობა

🇦🇿 komiklik

🇲🇽 comicidad

Etymology

The word 'comedicness' is derived from the root word 'comedic', which originates from the Greek word 'komē' meaning 'hair', 'the hairstyle of a comic figure in ancient Greek theater'. This evolved into the Latin 'comicus', referring to a comic or humorous character. The suffix '-ness' is a common English addition that transforms an adjective into a noun, indicating a state or quality. The term combines elements that pertain to the art of comedy with a formal descriptor of quality. The usage of comedicness has gained traction primarily in contemporary discussions around comedy, emphasizing its role in the effectiveness of humorous expressions in various forms such as film, theater, and literature. As comedy evolves, so does the perception and appreciation of comedicness, making it a relevant concept in modern cultural dialogues.