laughable

Meanings

• adjective

  Deserving or likely to cause laughter; amusing.

• verb

  Give in to laughter; laugh.

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Synonyms

comical , droll , ludicrous , mirthful , ridiculous , risible

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with laughable
laugh , laughable , rafter , after , crafter , master , gasp , clasp , clasp , lass , mass

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Variants

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laughable , laughableness , laughablenesses , laughably

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'worthy of being laughed at'. Derived from the past participle of laugh.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'laughable' first appeared in English in the late 15th century.

2. In 1967, the Beatles released a song called 'Laugh,' which features the sound of actual laughter throughout the recording.

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Related Concepts

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1. comedy: A genre of literature, art, or performance that uses humor, satire, irony, or ridicule to entertain and provoke thought.

2. absurdism: A philosophical and literary movement that emphasizes the irrationality and absurdity of life, often using humor and irony to explore existential themes.

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Culture

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The term 'laughable' is often used to describe situations or things that are amusing or absurd. It can be used to express disbelief or contempt towards something that is perceived as foolish or ridiculous. In literature and art, 'laughable' has been used to depict characters or scenes that are comically absurd or ironic.

How to Memorize "laughable"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a funny situation or person that makes you laugh. Visualize the details of the scene or the expressions on their face.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'laughable' with the feeling of amusement or laughter. Remember the sound of laughter and the sensation it brings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase, such as 'Laughing At Foolish Acts Brings Happiness' or 'Laugh And Forget About Stress' to help remember the meaning of 'laughable'.

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