CEFR B1

humor

noun

Meaning

The quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech.

Examples

His dry sense of humor is one of his most endearing qualities.
She has a great talent for storytelling and a wonderful sense of humor.

Synonyms: amusement, wit, comedy, joviality

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humor (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈhjuːmər/

Definition

The quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech.

Examples

His dry sense of humor is one of his most endearing qualities.
She has a great talent for storytelling and a wonderful sense of humor.
The play was full of witty dialogue and clever humor.

How to Use humor

humor in (prepositional phrase): To find something amusing or funny. — "I find a lot of humor in everyday situations."
in good humor (collocation): In a cheerful or pleasant mood. — "Despite the bad news, she remained in good humor."
in bad humor (collocation): In a bad or irritable mood. — "He's been in bad humor all day since his train was delayed."

Synonyms of humor

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