Definition

Related to a person who creates or expresses humor, often in a funny or entertaining way.

Example

The humoristic style of the comedian made everyone laugh during the show.

Conversation

Have you seen that new comedy show?

Yeah, I watched it last night; it's really humoristic!

I thought so too! The jokes were spot on.

Absolutely! I love how they mix cleverness with humoristic styles.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Humoristic → It is formed from "humor" (from Latin *humor*, meaning fluid or liquid, which later evolved to mean a mood or temperament) and the suffix "-istic" (meaning pertaining to or characteristic of). The word "humoristic" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to humor, often in a comedic or amusing context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'humor' as a mood or temperament, and remember that 'humoristic' describes something that relates to or embodies that mood, often in a funny way.

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