Farcical (Adjective)
Meaning
Broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce; "the wild farcical exuberance of a clown"; "ludicrous green hair".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The comedian's over-the-top antics on stage were so farcical that the audience was in stitches.
- The plot of the movie was so convoluted and absurd that it bordered on the farcical.
- The politician's attempts to defend his scandalous behavior were farcical, with each new excuse more ridiculous than the last.
- The bright pink wig and oversized shoes made the actor's character look farcical, adding to the comedic effect of the scene.
- The idea that the company could recover from bankruptcy by selling novelty socks was farcical, but the CEO seemed to believe it.