Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

punny

Adjective
/ˈpʌni/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by puns or play on words.
Examples
  • His jokes are always punny and make everyone laugh.
  • The punny title of the book caught my attention instantly.
  • She has a punny sense of humor that everyone enjoys.
Meaning
The term ‘punny’ describes something that is humorous or clever because it plays with the different meanings of words or similar-sounding words.
Synonyms
  • Witty
  • Playful
  • Humorous
  • Comical