uproariousness

noun

as in humorousness
the amusing quality or element in something the supposed uproariousness of the situation was lost on the people who fell for the scam

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  1. humor
  2. irony
  3. richness
Noun
  • Instead of dwelling on the crime, the owners decided to respond with humor, posting the video on Instagram with a mock 0-star review for the burglary crew.
    — Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • There’s just some great drama, incredible special effects and even some nice humor.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of humor
Noun
  • There is an irony in how similarly Jackson and Welbeck operate as strikers, particularly if the latter comes in to replace the former.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 27 July 2026
  • The cruel irony is that the moments that most demand clear thinking are the very moments during which your thinking is most compromised.
    — Alfonso Cahero, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of irony
Noun
  • Instead of changing your natural color, Raziuddin recommends enhancing it with a gloss to add depth, richness, and a light-reflecting finish.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 29 July 2026
  • Nestled in the heart of Madhya Pradesh, India, Mandu is a treasure trove of cultural richness and architectural splendor.
    — Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 27 July 2026
Definition of richness
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“Uproariousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uproariousness. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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