Definition

In a way that combines serious and comic elements, often creating a humorous effect while addressing serious topics.

Example

The film was praised for its ability to address social issues seriocomically, making the audience both laugh and think.

Conversation

Did you see that new comedy show last night?

Yeah, it was hilarious! They handled serious topics seriocomically.

I loved how they mixed humor with real issues.

Exactly! It made everything feel more relatable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seriocomically → It is formed from "serio" (from Latin "serius", meaning serious) and "comically" (from Greek "komikos", meaning comic or humorous). The word combines the serious aspect with the comic aspect, describing something that is both serious and humorous at the same time.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is both 'serious' ('serio') and 'humorous' ('comically') — that's what seriocomically means.

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