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humorously

adverb

Simple meaning

In a way that causes laughter or amusement.

Pronunciation

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hyoomeruhslee

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈhjumɚəsli

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Definition

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adverb

  1. In a humorous manner; jocularly

    “Dickens had humorously suggested a special service of intercession at St. Paul's Cathedral.”

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)

Word Aura™

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This meaning: In a humorous manner; jocularly

Used this way, humorously is a common word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.

Heard in a sentence
“Dickens had humorously suggested a special service of intercession at St. Paul's Cathedral.”
Emotional tone
Positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Gentle
How common
Common
Connotation
Playful
Usage feel
Playful and informal

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  • “Dickens had humorously suggested a special service of intercession at St. Paul's Cathedral.”adverb

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sometimes humorouslyrather humorouslysomewhat humorously

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Inflected forms

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  • humorousadjectiveBase word

    Full of or characterized by humor.

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