comedic

adjective

co·​me·​dic kə-ˈmē-dik How to pronounce comedic (audio)
Synonyms of comedicnext
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 film, which debuted on Netflix April 1, deploys a deliberately eccentric tone, mixing slapstick, satire and spy-thriller tropes with Das’ irreverent comedic sensibility. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Apr. 2026 While the series is designated as drama, it is expected to have comedic elements as both Jost and Barnow come from comedy background. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2026 Known for her iconic roles in Beetlejuice, Home Alone, and the films of Christopher Guest, O'Hara had a career resurgence playing Moira Rose on Schitt's Creek, which reunited her with her longtime comedic collaborator, Eugene Levy, who co-created the series with his son, Dan. Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Apr. 2026 Pickles frequently appear in comedic settings, from cartoon characters struggling with oversized jars to absurd internet memes celebrating the eccentricity of pickle enthusiasts. Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026 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 5 Apr. 2026.

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