hilarious
adjective
hi·lar·i·ous
hi-ˈler-ē-əs 
hī-
: marked by or causing hilarity : extremely funny
hilariously
adverb
hilariousness
noun
Synonyms
Examples of hilarious in a Sentence
Raymond is different, so well written and acted, so perfectly pitched, that even the silences, especially the silences, are hilarious. It makes comedy look easy.
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James Morris, Wilson Quarterly, Autumn 2005
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tim Burton's adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved (by children) and reviled (by critics and librarians) book, is quirky, well acted, often hilarious, and visually sumptuous, but don't go to it expecting sweetness in anything except the title.
—Richard Alleva, Commonweal, 12 Aug. 2005
In fairness, McEnroe does have genuine passion for the game, and his willingness to take on the sport's sacred cows is admirable. His candor and hilarious random ruminations as an analyst make even the most lopsided matches worth watching.
—Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated, 17 Sept. 2001
Since his material is genuinely funny, at times hilarious, it makes for a smashing use of audio as a unique entertainment medium. Sedaris has an unexpectedly high-pitched voice that comes across as majorly mischievous in its delivery …
—Publishers Weekly, 5 May 1997
Some people don't like his comedy, but I think he's hilarious.
She gave us a hilarious account of her first days as a teacher.
James Morris, Wilson Quarterly, Autumn 2005
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Tim Burton's adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved (by children) and reviled (by critics and librarians) book, is quirky, well acted, often hilarious, and visually sumptuous, but don't go to it expecting sweetness in anything except the title.
—Richard Alleva, Commonweal, 12 Aug. 2005
In fairness, McEnroe does have genuine passion for the game, and his willingness to take on the sport's sacred cows is admirable. His candor and hilarious random ruminations as an analyst make even the most lopsided matches worth watching.
—Jon Wertheim, Sports Illustrated, 17 Sept. 2001
Since his material is genuinely funny, at times hilarious, it makes for a smashing use of audio as a unique entertainment medium. Sedaris has an unexpectedly high-pitched voice that comes across as majorly mischievous in its delivery …
—Publishers Weekly, 5 May 1997
Some people don't like his comedy, but I think he's hilarious.
She gave us a hilarious account of her first days as a teacher.
Recent Examples on the Web
More than 8 million people as of Wednesday morning have watched the hilarious six minutes on YouTube.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2024
Eva Mendes is shouting out a memorably hilarious moment from Ryan Gosling's recent Saturday Night Live hosting stint.
—Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
In the span of just a few minutes, the scene is heartbreaking, horrifying, hilarious, surprising, and gross.
—EW.com, 11 Apr. 2024
At least the behind-the-scenes movie episode, helmed by Meirelles — the best-executed of the ambitious set pieces from Nguyen’s very cinematic novel — has a high volume of style, even if the overall approach and Downey’s presence make it into a darker, less hilarious Tropic Thunder companion piece.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
Since then, on projects like 2021’s Fat Niggas Need Love Too, he’s become am indelible, hilarious figure in the Michigan rap scene.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 8 Apr. 2024
But things aren't particularly fun and hilarious, either.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
Wiig could have leaned on any number of her classic characters for more sketches, but for the most part, these were new, hilarious creations.
—Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2024
Paper Mario Platforms: Nintendo Switch Release Date: May 23, 2024
The hilarious and beloved entry in the Paper Mario series finally gets remastered for modern audiences.
—PCMAG, 6 Apr. 2024
Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 17 Apr. 2024
Eva Mendes is shouting out a memorably hilarious moment from Ryan Gosling's recent Saturday Night Live hosting stint.
—Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024
In the span of just a few minutes, the scene is heartbreaking, horrifying, hilarious, surprising, and gross.
—EW.com, 11 Apr. 2024
At least the behind-the-scenes movie episode, helmed by Meirelles — the best-executed of the ambitious set pieces from Nguyen’s very cinematic novel — has a high volume of style, even if the overall approach and Downey’s presence make it into a darker, less hilarious Tropic Thunder companion piece.
—Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Apr. 2024
Since then, on projects like 2021’s Fat Niggas Need Love Too, he’s become am indelible, hilarious figure in the Michigan rap scene.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 8 Apr. 2024
But things aren't particularly fun and hilarious, either.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
Wiig could have leaned on any number of her classic characters for more sketches, but for the most part, these were new, hilarious creations.
—Omar L. Gallaga, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2024
Paper Mario Platforms: Nintendo Switch Release Date: May 23, 2024
The hilarious and beloved entry in the Paper Mario series finally gets remastered for modern audiences.
—PCMAG, 6 Apr. 2024
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“Hilarious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hilarious. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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hilarious
adjective
hi·lar·i·ous
hil-ˈar-ē-əs
-ˈer-;
hī-ˈlar-,
-ˈler-
: causing hilarity : wildly funny
hilariously
adverb
hilariousness
noun
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