'comedy' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'kōmōidía', where 'kōmos' meant 'revel' and 'oide' meant 'song.'

'comedy' changed from the Latin word 'comoedia' and the Old French word 'comedie' and eventually became the modern English word 'comedy' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'revel-song' or a song/dance associated with revelry, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a dramatic work intended to amuse; humorous entertainment.'