romantic comedy (B1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /rəˈmæntɪk ˈkɒmɪdi/
Definition
A romantic comedy is a genre of film that combines elements of romance and comedy, typically featuring a lighthearted and humorous tone, with a focus on the emotional journey of the characters and their relationships.
Examples
The romantic comedy 'Crazy Rich Asians' was a box office hit, grossing over $238 million worldwide.
Romantic comedies often feature meet-cute scenes, where the two main characters meet in a charming and unexpected way.
The film 'The Proposal' is a romantic comedy that stars Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds as two people who start out as enemies, but eventually fall in love.
How to Use romantic comedy
- romantic comedy film (noun phrase)
- a film that belongs to the romantic comedy genre — "The romantic comedy film 'The Proposal' was a box office hit."
- romantic comedy genre (noun phrase)
- the category of films that combine elements of romance and comedy — "The romantic comedy genre has evolved over time, incorporating elements of satire and social commentary."
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