Funny
(
adjective
,
noun
)
(As an adjective)
Funny ( adjective )
- Causing laughter or amusement; amusing.
- Strange or peculiar in a way that is amusing or not expected.
- Not in accordance with what is normal or expected; odd.
- Likely to cause a reaction of laughter or amusement.
- Having a sense of humor.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from earlier funnig, from fun "enjoyment" (of uncertain origin).
Examples:
- He told a funny story.
- She looked funny in that hat.
- It was funny how he always wore that tie.
- The way he was talking was funny.
- He always had a funny remark to make.
(As a noun)
Funny ( noun )
- Causing laughter or amusement; amusing.
- Strange or peculiar in a way that is amusing or not expected.
- Not in accordance with what is normal or expected; odd.
- Likely to cause a reaction of laughter or amusement.
- Having a sense of humor.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from earlier funnig, from fun "enjoyment" (of uncertain origin).
Examples:
- He told a funny story.
- She looked funny in that hat.
- It was funny how he always wore that tie.
- The way he was talking was funny.
- He always had a funny remark to make.