What is the comparative form of “humorous”?
The comparative form of “humorous” is “more humorous”.Example
His jokes are more humorous than hers.
His jokes are more humorous than hers.
Example
The sitcom is more humorous than the drama series.
The sitcom is more humorous than the drama series.
What is the superlative form of “humorous”?
The superlative form of “humorous” is “most humorous”.Example
Among all the comedians, he is the most humorous.
Among all the comedians, he is the most humorous.
Example
The comedy show was the most humorous I've ever seen.
The comedy show was the most humorous I've ever seen.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "humorous" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more humorous" and "most humorous" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of amusement or comedy.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Humorous" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more humorous”
Used to describe something that is more amusing or comical.
Example
The stand-up comedian was funnier than I expected.
The stand-up comedian was funnier than I expected.
Used to indicate that something is more clever or quick-witted.
Example
His remarks were wittier than anyone else's.
His remarks were wittier than anyone else's.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most humorous”
Used to describe something that is the most amusing or comical.
Example
The movie was the funniest I've watched in a long time.
The movie was the funniest I've watched in a long time.
Used to indicate that something is the most clever or quick-witted.
Example
Her comebacks were the wittiest I've heard.
Her comebacks were the wittiest I've heard.
Using than with comparative “more humorous”
When using the comparative form "more humorous" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "His jokes are more humorous than hers." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of humor in "his jokes" is higher than the level of humor in "hers."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more humorous” and “most humorous” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Jokes
His jokes are more humorous than hers.
His jokes are more humorous than hers.
- 2TV Shows
The sitcom is more humorous than the drama series.
The sitcom is more humorous than the drama series.
- 3Comedians
Among all the comedians, he is the most humorous.
Among all the comedians, he is the most humorous.
- 4Movies
The movie was the funniest I've watched in a long time.
The movie was the funniest I've watched in a long time.
Related idioms and phrases
A barrel of laughs
Something or someone that is very funny and entertaining.
Example
Spending time with her is always a barrel of laughs.
Spending time with her is always a barrel of laughs.
Have a blast
To have a great time or enjoy oneself immensely.
Example
We had a blast at the beach over the weekend.
We had a blast at the beach over the weekend.
