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joke vs funny

funny vs joke

joke and funny both are nouns.

joke is not an adjective while funny is an adjective.

joke is a verb but funny is not a verb.

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

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