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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While Fey used her comedic skills as a writer and performer for the show, Richmond worked as a composer, creating music for SNL. Desiree Ossandon, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 The darkly comedic drama confronts reality, privacy, and the delusions fueling our ever-changing world. Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 3 June 2026 Details are scarce, but the series is produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions, features the 44th president in the trailer and will comprise vignettes about America’s long history, as filtered through David’s distinct comedic aesthetic. David Faris, TheWeek, 3 June 2026 The once-rigid 22-minute episode formats forced writers to perfect the science of narrative structure, character development, and comedic timing. Dana Harris-Bridson, IndieWire, 2 June 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 6 Jun. 2026.

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