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Comedy

UK /["/ˈkɒmədi/"]/US /["/ˈkɑːmədi/"]/

Definition

a play, film or TV show that is intended to be funny, usually with a happy ending; plays, films and TV shows of this type

In simple words: A type of entertainment that makes people laugh.

Examples

  • I love watching stand-up comedy on weekends.
  • Her sense of comedy always makes me laugh.
  • The movie was a great comedy that brightened my day.
  • They performed a comedy sketch at the school talent show.
  • His comedy often includes observational humor about everyday life.

Usage notes

Use 'comedy' when referring to humorous situations, movies, or shows. It fits in casual and formal contexts, but avoid using it in serious discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'comedy' as a 'comic' performance that makes you laugh.

Collocations

  • high
  • low
  • film
  • do
  • play
  • actor
  • actress
  • writer
  • a comedy of errors
  • a comedy of manners

Synonyms

  • humour

Antonyms

  • tragedy
  • seriousness

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'tragedy', meaning serious or sad content.
  • Using 'comedy' to describe something that is not intended to be funny.
  • Incorrectly calling all humorous content 'comedy' when some may be satire or parody.