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Comic relief
noun
/ˈkɒmɪk ɹɪˈliːf/
Word Frequency:
0.3
Definitions
1.
noun
The inclusion of a humorous character or scene or witty dialogue in an otherwise serious work, often to relieve tension.
Synonyms
comedy
comicality
hilarity
comicry
comedy gold
lightheartedness
levity
humour
romantic comedy
sentimental comedy
funniness
funniment
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