Definition

A person who creates or performs funny material, such as jokes or comedic stories.

Example

The humorist made everyone laugh with his clever jokes and funny stories.

Conversation

Have you read any new books by that famous humorist lately?

Yeah, I just finished one of his latest collections, and it was hilarious!

I love how a good humorist can make ordinary situations so funny.

Absolutely! It's a gift to see the humor in everyday life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Humorist → It is formed from "humor" (from Latin *humor*, meaning fluid or liquid, which evolved to mean a mood or temperament) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A humorist is someone who is concerned with or practices humor, often in a comedic context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is concerned with their mood or temperament ('humor') and practices it in a comedic way — that's what a humorist does.

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