as in comic
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
struggled to eke out a living as a comedian in nightclubs
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Recent Examples of comedian
She was asked to help introduce the famous comedians taking the stage for that night of the residency, and was given 15 minutes to open the show.
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Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
The announcement was tied to a panel discussion at SXSW Tuesday, featuring Blizzard president Johanna Faries, and podcaster, comedian and TV host Conan O’Brien.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
The stand-up comedian and Silicon Valley alum joins an ensemble that includes Zach Gilford, Heather Morris, Kayla Compton and Jonathan Kite.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
In February, it was reported that the former comedian had shut down his addiction and mental health charity in the UK.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2025
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Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 12 Mar. 2025
The announcement was tied to a panel discussion at SXSW Tuesday, featuring Blizzard president Johanna Faries, and podcaster, comedian and TV host Conan O’Brien.
—Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
The stand-up comedian and Silicon Valley alum joins an ensemble that includes Zach Gilford, Heather Morris, Kayla Compton and Jonathan Kite.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2025
In February, it was reported that the former comedian had shut down his addiction and mental health charity in the UK.
—Caroline Frost, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comedian
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Like an insult comic who had wandered onto the wrong set, the new president ad-libbed his way through the political drama.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
6 Mar. 2025
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But unlike another successful comic who’s hosted twice, Nate Bargatze, Gillis doesn’t seem to favor smart and surprising material.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Mar. 2025
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Once infused with the diabolical spirit, the guide is transformed into a buffoon, complete with a harlequin outfit—a mad joker and a dancing fool who does a little jig to the sound of a jazz trio.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
11 Mar. 2025
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Even the jokers, which do each have their own special ability, are quick to pick up — with their wildcard capabilities made easy to understand as they’re applied mid-round.—
Scott Robertson,
Rolling Stone,
24 Dec. 2024
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Born in London in 1882, Milne was a prolific humorist, editor, essayist and playwright.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
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Gorey was wearing a large fur coat tucked under his distinctive gray beard, and the young photo researcher went up to him to ask about the French humorist Alphonse Allais, whose Story for Sara Gorey had illustrated.—
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1 Feb. 2025
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Saweetie proves her comedic chops as well, while Skinner brings his signature self-aware wit.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Flaws like these could be glossed over with enough wit.—
Angie Han,
The Hollywood Reporter,
12 Mar. 2025
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The funnymen revealed the Dec. 25, 2025 release date (and showed off their chemistry) in a promo clip uploaded Friday morning.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
20 Dec. 2024
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Yes, late-night funnyman Stephen Colbert and his wife Edie have just released a new cookbook.—
Randy McMullen,
The Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2024
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In Eli Craig’s (Tucker & Dale vs Evil) newest outing, the real fun starts when Frendo the clown comes out to play.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
6 Mar. 2025
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So the clown came out of him to be accepted, to be loved.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
Fox News,
1 Mar. 2025
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“Comedian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comedian. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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