comedic

adjective

co·​me·​dic kə-ˈmē-dik How to pronounce comedic (audio)
1
: of or relating to comedy
2
comedically adverb

Examples of comedic in a Sentence

She has a lot of comedic talent. a drama with comedic elements
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The actor’s flawless comedic timing and delivery drive the bulk of the show’s many laughs. Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Nov. 2025 For all of his comedic bona fides, Arnett had never dabbled in stand-up. Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2025 At the tail end of a big year, Hoffman is among the comedic talents the town is watching the most closely at the moment, as a breakout star in stand-up with much more to explore as a creator and actor, as well. Matt Grobar, Deadline, 20 Nov. 2025 While introducing him to the audience, the Sandler pronounced Chalamet’s name in his usual comedic way, nodding to a joke made by Nikki Glaser at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards weeks prior. Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for comedic

Word History

First Known Use

1639, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of comedic was in 1639

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“Comedic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comedic. Accessed 22 Nov. 2025.

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