gagman

/ˈɡæɡmən/

NOUN

1. A person who creates jokes or comic material

A person who writes or devises jokes, humorous lines, and comic situations, especially for performances, films, or television programs.

1.1. Writing jokes and comedy scripts

A professional who creates jokes, witty dialogue, and humorous material for comedians, television shows, films, or other entertainment.

Synonyms

  • jokesmith
  • humorist
  • comic writer

Examples

  • The television program hired a renowned gagman to write scripts that would keep viewers laughing.
  • The film's success was partly attributed to the brilliant work of its Hollywood gagman.

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NOUN

2. A comedian or humorous entertainer

A person who entertains others by telling jokes, performing comic routines, or making people laugh.

2.1. Performing comedy

An entertainer who makes audiences laugh through jokes, comic performances, humorous observations, or amusing behavior.

Synonyms

Examples

  • The comedy show featured a talented gagman who had the audience in stitches with his witty humor.
  • At the comedy club, the headlining act was a skilled gagman with a repertoire of hilarious jokes.

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2.2. A person who entertains through playful antics

Someone known for amusing others with jokes, tricks, teasing, or humorous behavior, often becoming the center of attention at social gatherings.

Synonyms

Examples

  • As a seasoned gagman, he knew how to turn everyday situations into hilarious anecdotes.
  • Everyone enjoyed having the gagman around because his playful remarks kept the gathering lively.

Related Words

  • trickster
  • japer
  • larker
  • punster
  • show-off