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comedic

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //kəˈmidɪk// UK //kəmˈiːdɪk// comedic

adj. relating to comedy or humor. You use it to describe things that are funny or intended to make people laugh.

adj. relating to the genre of comedy or characterized by humor. Typically used attributively before nouns such as 'effect', 'timing', or 'actor'.


SIMPLE

The movie has a light comedic tone.

CONTEXTUAL

Her sharp comedic timing made the audience laugh at every pause.

COMPLEX

The film balances dark themes with subtle comedic relief, ensuring the narrative remains engaging despite its serious subject matter.

Origin

From comedy + -ic.

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