comic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or consisting of comic material, such as humorous drawings, cartoons, or jokes.

• noun

  A person who is amusing or intended to amuse.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɑmɪk/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

comedic , comical

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with comic
combs , bombs , gymnasts , chims , hymns

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Variants

List of all variants of comic that leads to same result
comic , comics , comic book , comic books , comic-opera , comic opera , comic operas , comic relief , comic reliefs , comic strip , comic strips

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French comique, from Latin comis, a companion, from com- with + agis servant. The sense development is from 'pertaining to a servant' to 'pertaining to the theatre' to 'pertaining to laughter' and finally 'pertaining to humor'.

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Trivia

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1. The first comic strip was published in 1837 in the 'New York Sun'.

2. The term 'comic book' was first used in the 1930s.

3. The most famous comic book character is Superman, who first appeared in 'Action Comics' #1 in 1938.

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Related Concepts

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1. Graphic novel: A book-length work of sequential art that tells a narrative story.

2. Cartoon: A drawing or image that exaggerates or distorts reality for humorous or satirical effect.

3. Caricature: A drawing or painting that exaggerates or distorts the features of a person or thing for humorous or satirical effect.

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Culture

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Comics have a rich cultural history, dating back to ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece, where humor was an integral part of daily life. In modern times, comics have evolved into various forms, including comic strips, comic books, and graphic novels. They have been used to express social commentary, satire, and even political statements. Comics have also been a source of inspiration for various art forms, such as animation and film.

How to Memorize "comic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a comic book or comic strip. Imagine the panels, the characters, and the dialogue.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'comic' with humor or amusement.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Comics Make Me Chuckle' to remember the meaning of the word.

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