hilarious
adjective
hi·lar·i·ous
hi-ˈler-ē-əs 
hī-
: marked by or causing hilarity : extremely funny
hilariously
adverb
hilariousness
noun
Examples of hilarious in a Sentence
Raymond is different, so well written and acted, so perfectly pitched, that even the silences, especially the silences, are hilarious. It makes comedy look easy.
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James Morris, Wilson Quarterly, Autumn 2005
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tim Burton's adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved (by children) and reviled (by critics and librarians) book, is quirky, well acted, often hilarious, and visually sumptuous, but don't go to it expecting sweetness in anything except the title.
—Richard Alleva, Commonweal, 12 Aug. 2005
In fairness, McEnroe does have genuine passion for the game, and his willingness to take on the sport's sacred cows is admirable. His candor and hilarious random ruminations as an analyst make even the most lopsided matches worth watching.
—Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated, 17 Sept. 2001
Since his material is genuinely funny, at times hilarious, it makes for a smashing use of audio as a unique entertainment medium. Sedaris has an unexpectedly high-pitched voice that comes across as majorly mischievous in its delivery …
—Publishers Weekly, 5 May 1997
Some people don't like his comedy, but I think he's hilarious.
She gave us a hilarious account of her first days as a teacher.
James Morris, Wilson Quarterly, Autumn 2005
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tim Burton's adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved (by children) and reviled (by critics and librarians) book, is quirky, well acted, often hilarious, and visually sumptuous, but don't go to it expecting sweetness in anything except the title.
—Richard Alleva, Commonweal, 12 Aug. 2005
In fairness, McEnroe does have genuine passion for the game, and his willingness to take on the sport's sacred cows is admirable. His candor and hilarious random ruminations as an analyst make even the most lopsided matches worth watching.
—Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated, 17 Sept. 2001
Since his material is genuinely funny, at times hilarious, it makes for a smashing use of audio as a unique entertainment medium. Sedaris has an unexpectedly high-pitched voice that comes across as majorly mischievous in its delivery …
—Publishers Weekly, 5 May 1997
Some people don't like his comedy, but I think he's hilarious.
She gave us a hilarious account of her first days as a teacher.
Recent Examples on the Web
Resolving both issues will be a hilarious, scary, life-changing adventure.
—Lesley O'Toole, Variety, 10 June 2025
Skeptical but excited, Madea and her crew head down to the islands, where family tensions and hilarious mishaps unfold.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 9 June 2025
The angsty teen, who’s got far too much access to firearms and fantasizes about blowing up his peers, lives with his ailing, Franzia-wine-box-guzzling grandmother (Becky Ann Baker, hilarious and sweatily confined to an easy chair).
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
In a surprise appearance, comedian Leslie Jones lit up the room while presenting the Reality TV Award to the cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17, delivering a tribute that was equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply personal.
—Lilly Workneh, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2025
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Lesley O'Toole, Variety, 10 June 2025
Skeptical but excited, Madea and her crew head down to the islands, where family tensions and hilarious mishaps unfold.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 9 June 2025
The angsty teen, who’s got far too much access to firearms and fantasizes about blowing up his peers, lives with his ailing, Franzia-wine-box-guzzling grandmother (Becky Ann Baker, hilarious and sweatily confined to an easy chair).
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
In a surprise appearance, comedian Leslie Jones lit up the room while presenting the Reality TV Award to the cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 17, delivering a tribute that was equal parts hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply personal.
—Lilly Workneh, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2025
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“Hilarious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilarious. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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hilarious
adjective
hi·lar·i·ous
hil-ˈar-ē-əs
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hī-ˈlar-,
-ˈler-
: causing hilarity : wildly funny
hilariously
adverb
hilariousness
noun
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