Comedy

Comedy is a genre of literature, film, or other forms of art that aims to entertain and amuse an audience, typically through humor. It often features exaggerated characters, absurd situations, and witty dialogue. Comedic works can include various forms such as stand-up routines, sitcoms, comedic films, and plays. The primary goal of comedy is to invoke laughter and provide enjoyment, often reflecting or satirizing social norms, human behavior, and everyday life. Comedy can be distinguished from tragedy, another genre that explores serious and often somber themes. It can also take many sub-genres, including slapstick, satire, farce, and dark comedy, each utilizing different techniques to achieve humor. Overall, comedy serves as a means of entertainment as well as a lens through which to critique and challenge societal issues.