Comic Definition & Meaning
comic
- adjective
- arousing or provoking laughter; "an amusing film with a steady stream of pranks and pratfalls"; "an amusing fellow"; "a comic hat"; "a comical look of surprise"; "funny stories that made everybody laugh"; "a very funny writer"; "it would have been laughable if it hadn't hurt so much"; "a mirthful experience"; "risible courtroom antics"
- of or relating to or characteristic of comedy; "comic hero"
- noun
- a professional performer who tells jokes and performs comical acts
"Comic" in song lyrics
See how comic is used in real songs:
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"Deranged sexual launch, short of a comic"
(Abstract Rude f/) Moka Only — Pillow Fulla Scrilla -
"I ordered a hovercraft off the back page of an Archie comic"
Aesop Rock — NY Electric -
"It's like my life is a movie and I'm a kid in the comic"
Bliss N Eso f/ Xzibit — People Up On It
Words that rhyme with comic
Usage tips for "comic"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "comic" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for comic to find words that pair well.