side-splitting

Causing uncontrollable laughter

Side-splitting describes something so funny it causes convulsive laughter—the kind that makes your sides ache: a side-splitting comedy, The impression was side-splitting.

The term is mildly hyperbolic, suggesting humor intense enough to physically hurt.

hilarity

uproarious

Extremely and loudly comedic

riotousMarked by unrestrained disorder
hystericalEmotionally out of control
rollickingNoisily high-spirited

ludicrous · absurd · zany · farcical · gut-busting · rib-tickling · knee-slapping · raucous · outrageous · madcap

laughter

guffaw

Boisterous burst of mirth

howlProlonged mournful cry
roarLoud, deep animal cry
cackleHarsh, shrill laugh

convulse · hysterics · chortle · snort · gasping · wheeze · peals · gales · stitches · breathless

comedy

slapstick

Exaggerated physical humor

farceAbsurd, laughable situation
parodySatirical imitation
satireMockery exposing vice

spoof · stand-up · sketch · gag · punchline · comedian · improv · buffoonery · jest · caricature

Categories

funnyfunny, comical, hilarious, humorous, amusing
laughterlaugh, giggling, chuckling, laughing, snickering
merrimentmirth, laugh, gaiety, merriment, chuckle

Opposites

humor intensity

side-splittingunfunny

Devoid of humor

humorless · mirthless · unamusing · dry · dull

emotional effect

side-splittingdepressing

Causing low mood

tragic · heartbreaking · somber · tear-jerking · boring

Family

Familiarity: Top 100,000
Profile: Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G