Definition

Less funny than something else; not amusing or entertaining.

Example

The movie was unfunnier than the last one we watched.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that new comedy show last night?

Yeah, I thought it was unfunnier than the last season.

I agree! I was hoping for some good laughs.

Same here, it just fell flat this time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unfunnier → It is formed from the prefix "un-" (meaning not) and the root "funny" (from Old English *funnig*, meaning causing laughter or amusement) combined with the comparative suffix "-er" (meaning more). The word "unfunnier" means not more funny or less funny than something else.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'causing laughter' ('funny') — so 'unfunnier' means something that is not more amusing.

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