Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
surreal-humour
Noun
/səˈrɪəl ˈhjuːmə/
Definition
A style of humor that blends absurdity and irrationality, creating a sense of dreamlike or fantastical situations.
Examples
- His stand-up routine was filled with surreal humour, leaving the audience both confused and delighted.
- The cartoon’s surreal humour includes talking animals and bizarre scenarios that challenge everyday logic.
- Many of the sketches in the show showcase surreal humour, where normal situations take an absurd twist.
Meaning
Surreal humour involves unexpected and illogical elements that often provoke laughter by defying normal reasoning and reality.
Synonyms
- Absurdism
- Irreverent humour
- Fantasy humour
- Whimsical humour
