Hilariously: meaning, definitions and examples
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hilariously
[ hɪˈlɛːrɪəsli ]
in a funny manner
In a hilarious and amusing manner that evokes laughter and joy.
Synonyms
amusingly, comically, entertainingly
Examples of usage
- The comedian performed hilariously on stage, making the audience burst into laughter.
- The movie was hilariously entertaining, leaving everyone in stitches.
- She told the joke hilariously, causing everyone to laugh uncontrollably.
in a ridiculously funny way
In an extremely funny and absurd manner that is likely to cause laughter.
Synonyms
absurdly, outrageously, ridiculously
Examples of usage
- The cat hilariously tried to catch a laser pointer, creating a hilarious scene.
- He imitated the principal hilariously, making his classmates laugh hysterically.
- The video went viral because it portrayed a hilariously awkward situation.
Translations
Translations of the word "hilariously" in other languages:
🇵🇹 hilariamente
🇮🇳 हास्यास्पद रूप से
🇩🇪 urkomisch
🇮🇩 dengan lucu
🇺🇦 смішно
🇵🇱 przezabawnie
🇯🇵 非常に面白く
🇫🇷 hilarant
🇪🇸 hilarantemente
🇹🇷 çok komik
🇰🇷 아주 우습게
🇸🇦 بشكل مضحك للغاية
🇨🇿 hilaricky
🇸🇰 hilaricky
🇨🇳 滑稽地
🇸🇮 komično
🇮🇸 sprenghlægilega
🇰🇿 өте күлкілі
🇬🇪 ძალიან სასაცილოდ
🇦🇿 çox gülməli
🇲🇽 hilarantemente
Word origin
The word 'hilariously' originated from the word 'hilarious' in the late 18th century, derived from the Latin word 'hilaris' meaning cheerful. Over time, it evolved to represent something extremely funny or amusing in a way that brings laughter. The adverb form 'hilariously' gained popularity in modern language usage due to its ability to express extreme amusement and entertainment.
See also: exhilarating, exhilaration.