'comedy' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'kōmōidía,' where 'kōmos' meant 'revel' and 'aeidein' meant 'to sing.'

'kōmōidía' transformed into the Latin word 'comoedia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'comedy' through Old French 'comedie.'

Initially, it meant 'a play with a happy ending,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a humorous work.'