Humorousness: meaning, definitions and examples

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humorousness

[ หˆhjuหmษ™rษ™snษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sense of humor

The quality of being funny or amusing, characterized by the ability to make others laugh or smile. It is the ability to see the humor in situations and make witty or clever remarks.

Synonyms

comicalness, funniness, wittiness.

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Word Description / Examples
humorousness

Use to describe a general quality of being funny or capable of causing laughter. It is often used in a more formal or descriptive context.

  • His humorousness was well appreciated at the dinner party.
  • The humorousness of the situation lightened the mood.
wittiness

Specifically related to being clever and quick in making funny remarks. Itโ€™s often associated with verbal humor and intellectual playfulness.

  • Her wittiness was evident in the sharp and humorous comments she made.
  • The wittiness of his responses kept the conversation lively.
comicalness

Typically used to describe a situation or action that is absurdly funny and a bit ridiculous. It often carries a slightly silly connotation.

  • The comicalness of the actors' performances had the audience in stitches.
  • She couldn't stop laughing at the comicalness of the cartoon.
funniness

A more casual term used to describe something that makes people laugh. It can be applied broadly to people, situations, or jokes.

  • The funniness of his jokes always makes the parties exciting.
  • They discussed the funniness of the movie after it ended.

Examples of usage

  • She is known for her humorousness and always keeps everyone entertained.
  • His humorousness lightens up the mood in any situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "humorousness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น humor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคธเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Humor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ humor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒะผะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ humor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฆใƒผใƒขใ‚ข

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท humour

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ humor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mizah

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ๋จธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููƒุงู‡ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ humor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ humor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅนฝ้ป˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ humor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรบmor

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะทั–ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒฃแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yumor

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ humor

Etymology

The term humorousness originated from the combination of 'humorous' and the suffix '-ness', which denotes a state or quality. The concept of humor has been a part of human culture for centuries, with various forms of comedy and laughter being used to entertain and connect with others. The ability to bring joy and laughter to others through humor has long been valued in society, making humorousness an important trait in building relationships and fostering positivity.

See also: humorist, humorous, humorously.