Synonyms for Funny
Definition of funny
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"
- beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior"
- not as expected; "there was something fishy about the accident"; "up to some funny business"; "some definitely queer goings-on"; "a shady deal"; "her motives were suspect"; "suspicious behavior"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "funny"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like amusing, comic, comical can replace "funny" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "funny" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Funny" in song lyrics
See how funny is used in real songs:
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"Crazy capital, watch your wrist, ain't nothing funny"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York -
"No I don't think that your stalking me its funny"
2Mex f/ Awol One — Only as Good as Goodbye -
"They say Choppa acting funny"
504 Boyz f/ Lil' Romeo, Magic — Tight Whips