humorous
word
Definition
Someone or something that is humorous is funny or makes people laugh.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal contexts. Describes people, stories, remarks, or situations that are funny in a clever or gentle way. More subtle than 'hilarious' or 'funny'; 'humorous' often suggests wit or good-natured fun.
Spanish: humorístico - graciosoPortuguese (BR): bem-humorado - engraçadoPortuguese (PT): bem-humorado - engraçadoChinese (Simplified): 幽默的Chinese (Traditional): 幽默的Hindi: हास्यपूर्णArabic: مضحك - فكاهيBengali: মজার - হাস্যকরRussian: юмористический - остроумныйJapanese: ユーモラスなVietnamese: hài hướcKorean: 유머러스한 - 익살스러운Turkish: esprili - mizahiUrdu: مزاحیہ - پُر مزاحIndonesian: humoris - lucu (halus)
Example Sentences
Even during tough times, he keeps a humorous attitude.
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He is a humorous teacher and makes the class fun.
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She told a humorous story at dinner.
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We enjoy watching humorous movies together.
basic
He's always got a humorous comeback, no matter what you say.
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Her emails are so humorous that I look forward to reading them.
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