Dictionary Definition

humorist n : someone who acts speaks or writes in an amusing way [syn: humourist]

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humourist

Noun

a person who writes or performs humorous material

Translations

Italian: umorista m|f

Extensive Definition

A humorist is a person who writes or performs humorous material. The material written and/or performed by humorists tends to be more subtle and cerebral than the material created by stand-up comedians and comedy writers. The intention is often to provoke wry smiles and amusement rather than outright belly laughs.

Notable humorists include:

Synonyms, Antonyms and Related Words

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