humorously
|hu/mor/ous/ly|
B2
/ˈhjuːmərəsli/
(humorous)
funny, amusing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'humorously' originates from the Latin word 'humor,' which meant 'moisture' or 'fluid.'
Historical Evolution
'humor' changed from the Old French word 'humor' and eventually became the modern English word 'humor.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fluid or moisture,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'funny or amusing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
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