1
as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
a well-known TV comic
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as in cartoon
a series of drawings that tell a story or part of a story
posted an especially funny comic by the watercooler
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as in humor
the amusing quality or element in something
a celebrated humorist who, without fail, could find the comic in even the most mundane of situations
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as in comedic
causing or intended to cause laughter
a comic monologue about his misadventures as a first-time camper
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Recent Examples of comic
Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
But in 1999, the comic (along with other collectible comics) was stolen from Cage's home during a New Year's Eve party.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
However, some depict their comic-book appearances, and product listings will usually mention if that’s the case.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
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Noun
But to be fair, it's based on a comic that predates the Demi Moore movie.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 15 Jan. 2026
But in 1999, the comic (along with other collectible comics) was stolen from Cage's home during a New Year's Eve party.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Tremain’s novel of youthful romantic obsession and painful growing up reminded me in its comic astringency of Muriel Spark, and, in its respect for the roiling emotions of one’s teens and twenties, of Sally Rooney.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Jan. 2026
However, some depict their comic-book appearances, and product listings will usually mention if that’s the case.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comic
Noun
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Alexander has certainly proven his comedic chops already, but his image is not that of a comedian.—
Andy Hoglund,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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As one of the greatest comedians of all-time, Dick Gregory left a greater impression on the world around him due to his activism.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
1 Feb. 2026
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In the 19th century, failures were often satirized in cartoons, which may have motivated some elite risk-takers to push on with their attempts past the point of reason rather than face social ridicule.—
Christopher Ferguson,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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On Facebook, Kazmierczak has switched his profile pictures to Trump many times while also uploading cartoons criticizing Democrats’ policies.—
Philip Wang,
Time,
28 Jan. 2026
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For his standup act, Bellamy blends conversational storytelling with observational humor, often drawing on his background in music and pop culture.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Written, performed, and produced by Franklin, Be True uses emotional transparency and humor to narrate the process of unpacking grief, faith, self-reckoning, and renewal.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
29 Jan. 2026
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For the remainder of the final season, Penny Marshall was paired with rotating guest stars for a series of comedic misadventures.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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He was generally regarded as a comedic giant, and why not?—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Jan. 2026
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His brand, Wizard Wellness, launches Thursday on its website with sinus rinses, nasal sprays, nasal sticks and oral strips, plus bundles around routines with each.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Ah, the nostalgic nineties, that notorious decade that's now being strip-mined for its influential music, funky fashion, dance moves, comics, movies, and television.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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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
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No mention of whether those shows will be any different than the others or if the khaki-pants-wearing data analyst was simply making a funny.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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Sheridan clearly seems to find all this funny more than anything.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
11 Jan. 2026
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Sahlins and Close were friends and the improv-sketch divide was never absolute in Chicago comedy circles.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
26 Jan. 2026
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Chelsea Green is perhaps the most entertaining star in all of WWE, but she’s been largely booked as a comedy character on the main roster.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Comic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comic. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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