funmaker
One who amuses
A funmaker is someone who creates fun or amusement for others—an entertainer, joker, or lively presence at gatherings.
The word is old-fashioned and rarely used today: Uncle Harold was always the funmaker at family reunions.
It suggests someone who actively generates merriment rather than simply participating in it.
Professional humor performer
- clownComedic performer in makeup
- magicianPerformer of illusions
- jugglerMulti-object thrower-catcher
- jesterRoyal household comedian
prankster · joker · emcee · showman · storyteller · mime · acrobat · ventriloquist
Lighthearted, frisky spirit
- spontaneityActing without forethought
- humorAmusing quality
- witClever, inventive humor
- mischiefPlayful troublesome behavior
exuberance · liveliness · cheerfulness · energy · enthusiasm · gregariousness · charisma · lightheartedness
Gathering for celebration
- bashForceful striking blow
- shindigBoisterous social gathering
- fiestaFestive public celebration
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
festivity · gala · reception · barbecue · potluck · costume party · dance party · reunion
Structured group entertainment activities
- karaokeSinging to backing tracks
- treasure huntGame seeking hidden prizes
- pranksPlayful mischievous acts
- jokesHumorous remarks or stories
icebreakers · charades · trivia · dance-off · talent show · scavenger hunt · relay races · water balloon fight
Entertainment destination with rides
- carnivalTraveling amusement attraction
- arcadeArched passageway or gaming hall
- rollercoasterLooping amusement track vehicle
- waterslideWet recreational chute
ferris wheel · bumper cars · funhouse · carousel · fireworks · face painting · balloons · cotton candy
comedian
Professional humor performer
jester · prankster · joker · emcee · showman · storyteller · mime · acrobat · ventriloquist · illusionist
playfulness
Lighthearted, frisky spirit
- spontaneityActing without forethought
- humorAmusing quality
- witClever, inventive humor
mischief · exuberance · liveliness · cheerfulness · energy · enthusiasm · gregariousness · charisma · lightheartedness · whimsy
party
Gathering for celebration
gathering · festivity · gala · reception · barbecue · potluck · costume party · dance party · reunion · get-together
party games
Structured group entertainment activities
- karaokeSinging to backing tracks
- treasure huntGame seeking hidden prizes
- pranksPlayful mischievous acts
jokes · icebreakers · charades · trivia · dance-off · talent show · scavenger hunt · relay races · water balloon fight · pillow fight
theme park
Entertainment destination with rides
- carnivalTraveling amusement attraction
- arcadeArched passageway or gaming hall
- rollercoasterLooping amusement track vehicle
waterslide · ferris wheel · bumper cars · funhouse · carousel · fireworks · face painting · balloons · cotton candy · magic show
funmakerkilljoy
One who dampens merriment
spoilsport · wet blanket · party pooper · buzzkill · sourpuss
fun, maker, make, makes, made, making, funning, funny, funnier