Definition

The quality or state of being ridiculous or absurd, often in a humorous way.

Example

The farcicality of the situation made everyone laugh uncontrollably.

Conversation

Did you watch that new comedy show last night?

Yeah, it was hilarious! The farcicality of the situations had me laughing so hard.

I know, right? It’s like they took everything to the extreme.

Exactly! That kind of humor always gets me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Farcicality → It is formed from "farcical" (from Latin *farcire*, meaning to stuff or cram) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "farcicality" refers to the quality of being farcical, or absurdly exaggerated and comical.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'farcical' which means stuffed with absurdity, and remember that 'farcicality' describes the state of being absurdly comical.

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