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funny vs amusing

amusing vs funny

funny is a noun but amusing is not a noun.

funny and amusing both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
funny Yes Yes No No
amusing No Yes No No
As adjectives, funny and amusing are synonyms defined as:
  • funny and amusing: arousing or provoking laughter
Other synonyms of funny include comic, comical, laughable, mirthful, risible.
funny (noun) amusing (noun)
an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line)
funny (adjective) amusing (adjective)
arousing or provoking laughter arousing or provoking laughter
experiencing odd bodily sensations providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining
not as expected
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
Difference between funny and amusing

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