humor (Meaning)

Wordnet

humor (n)

a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter

the trait of appreciating (and being able to express) the humorous

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

the quality of being funny

(Middle Ages) one of the four fluids in the body whose balance was believed to determine your emotional and physical state

the liquid parts of the body

Wordnet

humor (v)

put into a good mood

Webster

humor (n.)

Moisture, especially, the moisture or fluid of animal bodies, as the chyle, lymph, etc.; as, the humors of the eye, etc.

A vitiated or morbid animal fluid, such as often causes an eruption on the skin.

State of mind, whether habitual or temporary (as formerly supposed to depend on the character or combination of the fluids of the body); disposition; temper; mood; as, good humor; ill humor.

Changing and uncertain states of mind; caprices; freaks; vagaries; whims.

That quality of the imagination which gives to ideas an incongruous or fantastic turn, and tends to excite laughter or mirth by ludicrous images or representations; a playful fancy; facetiousness.

Webster

humor (v. t.)

To comply with the humor of; to adjust matters so as suit the peculiarities, caprices, or exigencies of; to adapt one's self to; to indulge by skillful adaptation; as, to humor the mind.

To help on by indulgence or compliant treatment; to soothe; to gratify; to please.

humor Sentence Examples

  1. The comedian's dry humor had the audience doubled over in laughter.
  2. Despite the serious topic, the speaker used humor to lighten the mood.
  3. Her witty humor made even the most mundane situations entertaining.
  4. The film's quirky humor won over critics and audiences alike.
  5. His sarcastic humor was a bit too biting for the sensitive crowd.
  6. The show's slapstick humor appealed to all ages.
  7. The author's use of satire provided a biting commentary on society, but with a touch of humor.
  8. Her infectious humor made everyone around her feel happy and lighthearted.
  9. The viral video showcased his unique brand of situational humor, making him an overnight sensation.
  10. The theater's latest production embraced absurdity and humor to create a memorable and laughter-filled experience.

FAQs About the word humor

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The comedian's dry humor had the audience doubled over in laughter.

Despite the serious topic, the speaker used humor to lighten the mood.

Her witty humor made even the most mundane situations entertaining.

The film's quirky humor won over critics and audiences alike.