hilarious

adjective B2

Meaning

The word "hilarious" describes something that is extremely funny and likely to provoke laughter.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "hilarious" with "funny," as "hilarious" implies a stronger degree of humor.

Example Sentences

That movie was hilarious , I couldn ’ t stop laughing .
The comedian told a hilarious story that made everyone laugh loudly .
The presentation included several hilarious moments that lightened the atmosphere .

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