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comically

 

[ ˈkɒmɪkəli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a funny or amusing way

In a comical manner, often involving humor or laughter. It may involve jokes, physical comedy, or situational irony.

Synonyms

amusingly, humorously, lightheartedly

Examples of usage

  • He comically imitated the teacher's voice, making everyone in the class laugh.
  • She comically tripped over her own feet, causing a moment of hilarity.
  • The comedian delivered his punchline comically, leaving the audience in stitches.
Context #2 | Adjective

causing laughter or amusement

Of or relating to comedy, intended to provoke laughter or provide entertainment. Something comical is often humorous, amusing, or funny in a light-hearted way.

Synonyms

amusing, funny, humorous

Examples of usage

  • The comically exaggerated facial expressions of the actor had the audience in fits of laughter.
  • The children found the clown's antics to be comically entertaining.
  • The comical misunderstandings in the play created a joyful atmosphere.

Translations

Translations of the word "comically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cômicamente

🇮🇳 हास्यपूर्ण तरीके से

🇩🇪 komisch

🇮🇩 dengan lucu

🇺🇦 комічно

🇵🇱 komicznie

🇯🇵 面白く

🇫🇷 comiquement

🇪🇸 cómicamente

🇹🇷 komik bir şekilde

🇰🇷 우스꽝스럽게

🇸🇦 بشكل كوميدي

🇨🇿 komicky

🇸🇰 komicky

🇨🇳 滑稽地

🇸🇮 komično

🇮🇸 kómískt

🇰🇿 күлкілі түрде

🇬🇪 კომიკურად

🇦🇿 komik şəkildə

🇲🇽 cómicamente

Etymology

The word 'comically' originates from the term 'comic', which is derived from the Latin 'comicus' meaning 'comic, comical'. Comedy has been a part of human culture for centuries, with the goal of provoking laughter and amusement. The use of humor and wit to entertain and amuse has evolved over time, leading to the creation of various forms of comedy in literature, theater, film, and other art forms.

See also: comical.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,857, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.