Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lame-joke
Noun
/leɪm dʒoʊk/
Definition
A joke that is considered uninspired, weak, or overly simplistic, often failing to evoke laughter or amusement.
Examples
- Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his field! (This is a classic example of a lame joke.)
- What do you call fake spaghetti? An impasta! (Another example of a humorous yet lame joke.)
Meaning
Lame jokes are often characterized by being corny, predictable, or involving puns that do not have a strong humorous impact.
Synonyms
- corny joke
- dad joke
- cheesy joke
- groaner
