comedies

word · lemma: comedy

Definition

Stories, movies, or plays that are funny and made to make people laugh. The plural form refers to more than one funny production.

Usage & Nuances

'Comedies' is the plural of 'comedy.' Often used with film, TV, or theater. Common collocations: 'romantic comedies,' 'watch comedies,' 'stand-up comedies.' Do not confuse with 'comedian' (the person), and remember it only refers to amusing or light-hearted content.

Example Sentences

I like to watch comedies on the weekend.

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She prefers comedies to horror movies.

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There are many new comedies out this year.

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Some of my favorite comedies are old classics from the 90s.

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Have you seen any good comedies lately?

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We all needed a laugh, so we picked a couple of lighthearted comedies for movie night.

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