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Black humor

Black humor Meaning & Definition
Black humor Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Black humor?

[n] the juxtaposition of morbid and farcical elements (in writing or drama) to give a disturbing effect

Synonyms | Synonyms for Black humor: black humour

Related Terms | Find terms related to Black humor: agile wit | Atticism | burlesque | caricature | comedy | dry wit | esprit | farce | humor | irony | lampoon | nimble wit | parody | pleasantry | pretty wit | quick wit | ready wit | salt | sarcasm | satire | savor of wit | slapstick | slapstick humor | squib | subtle wit | travesty | visual humor | wit

See Also | expressive style | style

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