English

humor

ˈhjuːmɚ, hjuː.mə(ɹ), ˈhjumər, ˈhjuː.mɚ, ˈjuːmɚ
Meaning: the quality of being amusing or comic; ability to laugh at things
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: hjuː.mə(ɹ), ˈhjumər, ˈhjuː.mɚ, ˈjuːmɚ

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Example sentences

He is known for his great sense of humor.
He is known for his great sense of humor.
She has a wicked sense of humor that always makes me laugh.
She has a wicked sense of humor that always makes me laugh.
She is famous for her witty sense of humor.
She is famous for her witty sense of humor.
Humor is a common trait in their family.
Humor is a common trait in their family.

Usage Notes

Refers to the quality that makes something funny or the ability to appreciate funny things. American spelling (British: humour).

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