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US/hɪˈler.i.əs/
UK/hɪˈleə.ri.əs/
extremely funny
In context
The video of the cat falling off the sofa was absolutely hilarious.
My uncle tells hilarious stories about his army days at every family dinner.
We found it hilarious that the GPS sent us into a rice field.
Words that go with hilarious
adverb + adjective
- absolutely hilariousThe comedy show was absolutely hilarious.
- pretty hilariousHis mistake was pretty hilarious, to be honest.
verb + adjective
- find it hilariousThe kids find it hilarious when Dad dances.
adjective + noun
- hilarious storyShe told us a hilarious story about her first date.
- hilarious momentThe best man's speech had some hilarious moments.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The film was very hilarious.Correct: The film was absolutely hilarious.