humorously

In amusing fashion

In a humorous manner—with wit, comedy, or playful intent: She humorously recounted the disaster of her first date.

The word often signals that something potentially serious is being treated lightly: He humorously suggested we just burn the whole project and start over.

playful

whimsically

In capricious, playful manner

cheekily · teasingly · jokingly · merrily · gleefully · sportively · prankishly · roguishly · waggishly · jauntily

comedic

slapstick

Exaggerated physical humor

  • farceAbsurd, laughable situation
  • parodySatirical imitation
  • spoofComic exaggerated imitation

satire · caricature · buffoonery · clowning · shtick · gag · punchline · stand-up · comedian · sketch

ironic

sarcasm

Irony used to mock

  • deadpanExpressionless, especially for humor
  • dryFree from moisture
  • wryDryly mocking in tone

sardonic · tongue-in-cheek · self-deprecating · facetious · understated · straight-faced · knowing · archly · pointedly · droll

witty

wordplay

Verbal wit techniques

  • punsJokes using sound similarities
  • quipsBrief witty remarks
  • banterPlayful, teasing exchange

wisecrack · cleverness · bon mot · epigram · repartee · one-liner · zingers · double entendre · innuendo · riposte

Opposites
manner of expression/intent

humorouslyseriously

With sincere intent

humorlessly · earnestly · solemnly · gravely · humourlessly

emotional tone

humorouslysomberly

In a sad, serious manner

dourly · grimly · morosely · mournfully · dolefully

Phrases
Family

humorous

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G