comic

adjective B2

Meaning

The term "comic" as an adjective describes something that is humorous or intended to provoke laughter, often found in performances, literature, or visual media.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "comic" with "comical," where "comic" refers to the humor itself, while "comical" describes something that is funny or amusing.

Example Sentences

That movie had a really comic scene that made everyone laugh .
The comic book was very popular among teenagers last year .

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