adj
Uncommon
comedic
kuh-MEE-dihk
Comedic (adj) means relating to comedy or intended to be funny. Example: “His comedic timing made even the weak jokes land.”
adj
1
Relating to comedy or intended to be funny.
"It was done for comedic purposes"
"His comedic timing made even the weak jokes land."
How to use comedic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes anything connected to comedy — timing, actors, writing, or effect.
Common pairings
comedic timing
comedic effect
comedic actor
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more comedic
- Superlative
- most comedic
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Etymology
From comedy plus the adjective suffix -ic.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for comedic
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What does “comedic” mean?
The word “comedic” means relating to comedy or intended to be funny. In plain terms, describes anything connected to comedy — timing, actors, writing, or effect.
How do you pronounce “comedic”?
“Comedic” is pronounced kuh-MEE-dihk (/kəˈmiː.dɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “comedic” in a sentence?
Here is “comedic” used in a sentence: “His comedic timing made even the weak jokes land.”
What part of speech is “comedic”?
“Comedic” is an adjective.
Is “comedic” a common word?
“Comedic” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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