comic

noun

A story composed of drawn images arranged in a sequence, usually with textual captions; a graphic novel.

A comedian.

(British) A children's magazine.

adjective

Using the techniques of comedy, as a composition, performer etc; amusing, entertaining.

Of or relating to comics or sequential art.

Pertaining to comedy, as a literary genre.

Unintentionally humorous; amusing, ridiculous.

Roots

komoscom- · Greek · revel, festivity

Synonyms for comic

comediann comicaladj funniesn amusingadj comediennen slapstickn gagmann farceur humoristn farceuse mirthfuladj funnyman parodistn lampoonern humorousadj drolladj caricaturen

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Where does comic come from?

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