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funny vs joke

joke vs funny

funny and joke both are nouns.

funny is an adjective but joke is not an adjective.

funny is not a verb while joke is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
funny Yes Yes No No
joke Yes No Yes No
As nouns, joke is a hypernym of funny; that is, joke is a word with a broader meaning than funny:
  • funny: an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line)
  • joke: a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
Other hypernyms of funny include gag, jape, jest, laugh.
funny (noun) joke (noun)
an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line) a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
activity characterized by good humor
a triviality not to be taken seriously
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
funny (adjective) joke (adjective)
arousing or provoking laughter
experiencing odd bodily sensations
not as expected
beyond or deviating from the usual or expected
funny (verb) joke (verb)
act in a funny or teasing way
tell a joke; speak humorously
Difference between funny and joke

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