American English
/ˈhju.mɚz/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: humor
The quality in something that makes people laugh or smile.
Practice out loudThe quality in something that makes people laugh or smile.
The movie has a lot of humor.
She finds humor in everyday problems.
dry humor · dark humor · physical humor · self-deprecating humor
find humor in [something]
add humor to [something]
The ability to recognize and enjoy things that are funny.
My new colleague has a great sense of humor.
You need a sense of humor to enjoy this show.
sense of humor · good sense of humor · great sense of humor
[someone] has a sense of humor
[someone] sees the humor in [something]
A person's mood, especially whether they are cheerful or angry.
He was in good humor after the meeting.
The good news put her in a better humor.
in good humor · in bad humor
be in good humor
put [someone] in good humor
To do what someone wants for a while, even when you do not really agree, to avoid an argument.
Humor me and try it once.
I humored him by listening to his plan.
“Humor me” does not mean “make me laugh.” It means “go along with me for now.”
humor me · humor someone · humor a child
humor [someone] for a moment
humor [someone] by [verb]-ing
The ability to enjoy and understand what is funny.
She has a wonderful sense of humor.
Cheerful and friendly, even in a difficult situation.
He stayed in good humor during the long delay.
Used to ask someone to do something even if it seems unnecessary.
Humor me and check the door again.