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
The entire cast — which is composed mostly of comedians — is acting in air quotes here, delivering the most awards-hungry version of every line reading.
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Wayans is daughter of actor and comedian Damon Wayans Jr and reality star Aja Metoyer, and granddaughter of Damon Wayans Sr.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The comedian jumped on Instagram on Wednesday evening to respond to the backlash.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Aside from the occasional film role or appearance as a stand-up comedian, Anderson tried his hand at opening a magic shop and comedy club of his own in New Orleans (since closed).
—Dan Heching, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Peter Debruge, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Wayans is daughter of actor and comedian Damon Wayans Jr and reality star Aja Metoyer, and granddaughter of Damon Wayans Sr.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
The comedian jumped on Instagram on Wednesday evening to respond to the backlash.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Aside from the occasional film role or appearance as a stand-up comedian, Anderson tried his hand at opening a magic shop and comedy club of his own in New Orleans (since closed).
—Dan Heching, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comedian
Noun
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Despite speculation that Colin Jost would be departing from Saturday Night Live following the late-night show’s historic 50th season, Scarlett Johansson confirmed the comic would be returning in Season 51.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
7 Sep. 2025
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Apatow cast Ansari as Randy Springs, an obnoxious comic, in his 2009 film Funny People.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The triple-threat entertainer and business mogul has spent more than three decades building an empire—and her homes are every bit as headline-making as her music, movies, and love life.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
5 Sep. 2025
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Billboard has pointed out that Swift’s name as a possible halftime entertainer has been batted around for years.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These jokers in Indianapolis acting the fool.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
27 Aug. 2025
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The guest’s winning cards were a 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and a joker acting as a 6, all in clubs, according to the casino.—
Helena Wegner,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Southern humorist and actress Fannie Flagg narrates her own work with a touch of whimsy.—
AudioFile Magazine
August 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Aug. 2025
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The British humorist Miles Kington once said that knowledge is recognizing that a tomato is a fruit, whereas wisdom is knowing not to put tomatoes in a fruit salad.—
Meghan O’Gieblyn,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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The famous wit adds a lot to a story that’s partly an earnest tango with grief, and partly an act of gossip.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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Adams’ works celebrated the color and movement through vibrant geometric styles; Shrigley brought forth wit and humor through banana motifs and Stewart leaned into a trippy take on optimism through Pop-Surrealist florals.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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George Clooney wants everyone to know Adam Sandler is much more than a funnyman.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
5 Aug. 2025
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The legendary actor, director, comedian and producer, who turns 99 on June 28, 2025, kicked off his career in comedy by helping fellow funnyman Sid Caesar with hisYour Show of Shows.—
Alex Apatoff,
People.com,
28 June 2025
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The sheriff threatens to arrest Morticia on account of aiding and abetting a murderer, but Gomez points out that these clowns (the cops) abandoned Nevermore to protect Normies at Pilgrim World.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
3 Sep. 2025
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While the film wasn't a hit with critics or audiences, Gaga nonetheless had some eye-popping looks on the press tour, sporting bold red hair and clown-like attire to evoke the comic chaos of her character.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Comedian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comedian. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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