Hilariously
hɪˈlɛəriəsli
Definitions
In an extremely funny way; causing much laughter.
hɪˈlɛəriəsli
In a very funny way
The movie was hilariously bad, but in a good way.
💡 Simply: When something happens that's SUPER funny and makes you laugh a lot. Like, you're laughing so hard you can't stop!
👶 For kids: When something makes you laugh a lot, like a silly cartoon.
More Examples
She recounted her vacation experiences hilariously, making everyone chuckle.
The dog's antics were hilariously entertaining.
How It's Used
"The comedian told a hilariously bad joke that everyone loved."
"The protagonist's attempts to impress his date were hilariously clumsy."
Idioms & expressions
laugh hilariously
To laugh in a very funny way; with a great deal of amusement.
"The audience laughed hilariously at the comedian's jokes."
From "hilarious" (meaning causing amusement or laughter) + "-ly" (adverbial suffix). The word's development mirrors the evolution of humor and expressions of amusement in language.
The adverb form, hilariously, gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, coinciding with the rise of humor as a significant element of popular culture.
Memory tip
Think of a *hilar*ious *ly*ric – a funny song that makes you laugh.
Word Origin
"cheerful, merry"