Definition

A type of comedy that uses exaggerated situations and characters to create humor, often involving ridiculous or improbable events.

Example

The play was a farce that had the audience laughing from start to finish.

Conversation

Did you see that play last night?

Yeah, it was such a ridiculous farce!

I couldn’t stop laughing at the absurdity.

Same here! It was a great way to spend the evening.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To fill something with humor or jokes, often in a way that makes it seem silly or exaggerated.

Example

The comedian decided to farce his speech to make the audience laugh.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the comedian farced his routine last night?

Yeah, it was hilarious! I loved how he kept adding jokes.

I think he did it to keep the audience engaged.

Root Explanation

Farce originates from Old French *farce*, meaning stuffing or to stuff. It originally referred to a type of comedic play that was 'stuffed' with exaggerated characters and situations, leading to the modern meaning of a ridiculous or absurd situation.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for stuffing, which helps you remember that a farce is something filled with absurdity and exaggeration.

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