as in humorous
causing or intended to cause laughter
my friends insist that this new television show is the most comedic thing ever created by the mind of man
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Recent Examples of comedic
Footwork often uses samples for comedic effect, and with username and Marsh crane this element is center stage.
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Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 26 Jan. 2026
Following multiple stand-up specials and comedic roles, Chasing Summer gives Shlesinger the space to flex more dramatic muscle, while undoubtedly processing some of her own coming-of-age healing moments on the page.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
As new performers and writers join, the pop-culture references will change, and so will the prevailing comedic sensibilities.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 25 Jan. 2026
Blue Fox as the sales agent for the comedic adventure pic will continue shopping Holy Days to foreign buyers at Sundance and the European Film Market in Berlin.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
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Rae-Aila Crumble, Pitchfork, 26 Jan. 2026
Following multiple stand-up specials and comedic roles, Chasing Summer gives Shlesinger the space to flex more dramatic muscle, while undoubtedly processing some of her own coming-of-age healing moments on the page.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
As new performers and writers join, the pop-culture references will change, and so will the prevailing comedic sensibilities.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 25 Jan. 2026
Blue Fox as the sales agent for the comedic adventure pic will continue shopping Holy Days to foreign buyers at Sundance and the European Film Market in Berlin.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comedic
Adjective
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Introducing Pharrell was none other than Tyler, the Creator, who delivered a humorous speech of admiration and friendship.—
Essence,
Essence,
31 Jan. 2026
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In terms of scenes that stand out in Part 1, Francesca’s quest to figure out what an orgasm is results in a series of humorous and awkward conversations with various members of the family.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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His sharp, funny, and unexpectedly comforting voice makes the book a joy to read and turns what could feel grim into something liberating.—
Jasna Hodžić,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Roy Keane is clearly a very funny character who everyone is scared of… Then Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville are just absolutely filled with football.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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The film certainly earns its MPA R rating with graphic violence that carries a rather nasty tone at times and can sit a little uncomfortably alongside the film’s comic and family drama elements.—
Richard Kuipers,
Variety,
26 Jan. 2026
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As wonderful as Wilde is in what’s easily one of her best roles, the equally fearless Hoffman matches her every step of the way, with sly comic timing and poignant vulnerability as Elliot wrestles with anger, humiliation and confusion over what could be lust or love, in spite of everything.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Jan. 2026
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All those irreverent celebrations and comical soliloquies left no shortage of options.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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That sense of place goes a long way in immersing you into J1’s world, whether the tone is deadly serious or lightly comical.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
9 Jan. 2026
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The mainframe cycle has returned, which is both remarkable and somewhat amusing in 2026.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Danish star Bang seems to having a grand time playing the I-want-it-all villain of the piece and is amusing to watch.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Comedic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comedic. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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