Comedy

Definition

Comedy is a genre of literature that aims to entertain and amuse through humorous situations, witty dialogue, and happy endings. It often involves misunderstandings, mistaken identities, and lighthearted themes.

Related terms

Satire: A form of comedy that uses irony, sarcasm, or ridicule to criticize society's flaws or individuals' vices.

Farce: A type of comedy characterized by exaggerated situations, physical humor, and absurdity.

Romantic Comedy (Rom-com): A subgenre of comedy that combines elements of romance with comedic situations and usually ends with a happy romantic resolution.