uproarious

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "uproarious" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is extremely funny or causing a lot of laughter. Example: "The comedian's performance was so uproarious that the audience couldn't stop laughing."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

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Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

It really is an eye-goggling, mind-boggling dramedy-farce, hilarious and uproarious and ridiculous with superb effects.

The Guardian - Film

As French politicians held an uproarious parliamentary debate on EADS's troubles, ILFC, the world's biggest aircraft-leasing company, said it was considering cancelling its order for the A380.

The Economist

He says his favourite book is "The Master and Margarita", the uproarious lampoon of early Soviet Russia by Mikhail Bulgakov.

The Economist

"Kurt Merz Schwitters: A Biographical Study" by Gwendolen Webster (University of Wales Press; £40) skilfully gives the full measure of a man whose life was at once uproarious and carefully deliberated.Dada art and cabaret thrived in the turbulent inflationary Germany of the 1920s.

The Economist

He'd fall over his own shadow, or box it into a pulp behind the sofa; he'd fall over his own feet, and saunter on singing.It's true they didn't find him uproarious everywhere.

The Economist

As the uproarious applause continued, the 26-year-old Robbins remained in the wings, stunned, glassy-eyed and gasping for breath.

The Economist

When Mr Saleh appeared, an hour late, the crowd's uproarious whistling and cheering drowned out every word he said.

The Economist

The play is frenetic, uproarious and foul-mouthed, a lament for an idealised, free and easy rural England, infused with legends of gods and giants, that has succumbed to invasive bureaucracy.

The Economist

No uproarious or loud laughter.

The Economist

He becomes a boastful and uproarious drunkard.

Encyclopedia Britannica

As owners of the worst dive bar in South Philly, the gang, with unrivaled consistency, issues quotable lines and conjures the most uproarious, albeit profane, scenarios ever to be shown on television.

Britannica

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "uproarious" to describe situations or events characterized by loud, unrestrained laughter and amusement. It's most effective when conveying a sense of exuberance and high spirits.

Common error

Avoid using "uproarious" to describe something that is only mildly funny or slightly amusing. This word is best reserved for situations that evoke loud, boisterous laughter.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "uproarious" is as an adjective. It modifies nouns to describe something characterized by loud and unrestrained laughter or noise. As confirmed by Ludwig, "uproarious" is correct and usable in written English.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

47%

Encyclopedias

29%

Science

24%

Less common in

Formal & Business

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Social Media

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

"Uproarious" is an adjective used to describe something extremely funny and causing a lot of laughter. As confirmed by Ludwig, the phrase is grammatically correct and commonly found in news, media, and encyclopedic contexts. While it's acceptable to use, reserve it for instances that evoke loud, unrestrained laughter. For similar meanings, consider "hilarious", "riotous", or "sidesplitting", depending on the nuance you want to convey.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

hilarious

Emphasizes the quality of being extremely amusing.

riotous

Suggests uncontrolled and boisterous fun.

sidesplitting

Implies laughter so intense it causes physical discomfort.

screamingly funny

Highlights the extreme level of humor.

uproariously funny

Adds emphasis to the funniness aspect.

laughable

Suggests something ridiculous or absurd.

comical

Describes something amusing in a light-hearted way.

amusing

A milder term for something that provides entertainment.

jolly

Emphasizes cheerfulness and merriment.

waggish

Characterizes something done in a playful or mischievous way.

FAQs

How can I use "uproarious" in a sentence?

You can use "uproarious" to describe events or performances that are extremely funny and cause loud laughter. For example: "The comedian's performance was "uproarious" and had the audience in stitches."

What is a good synonym for "uproarious"?

A good synonym for "uproarious" is "hilarious", which also means extremely funny. Other options include "riotous" and "sidesplitting".

Is it appropriate to use "uproarious" in formal writing?

While "uproarious" is generally acceptable, consider your audience. In very formal writing, words like "humorous" or "comical" might be more suitable, although they don't convey the same intensity of laughter.

What's the difference between "uproarious" and "funny"?

"Funny" is a general term for something that causes amusement. "Uproarious" implies a much stronger reaction – something so funny it provokes loud, unrestrained laughter. "Funny" is more versatile, while "uproarious" is reserved for exceptional comedic moments.