Definition

Describing something that combines both serious and humorous elements.

Example

The film was a seriocomic portrayal of life in the city, balancing drama with humor.

Conversation

Have you seen that new series everyone is talking about?

Yeah, it's really interesting, I love the seriocomic tone they use.

I agree! It balances humor and serious moments perfectly.

Exactly, it makes the story so much more engaging.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seriocomic → It is formed from "serio-" (from Latin "serius", meaning serious) and "comic" (from Greek "komikos", meaning of or pertaining to comedy). The word "seriocomic" describes something that has both serious and comedic elements, blending the two genres.

Memory Tip

Think of something that combines seriousness ('serio-') with humor ('comic') — that's what seriocomic means.

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