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Definition of farcical

farcical

/ˈfɑːr.sɪ.kəl/
far · ci · cal
Adverb:farcically
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farcical Lexical Profile

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1

Relating to or resembling a farce, especially because of absurd, disorganized, or ridiculous aspects that make a serious situation seem like a mockery.

Example

"The entire investigation was so poorly managed that the trial quickly devolved into a farcical spectacle."

2

Pertaining to or characteristic of dramatic farce as a theatrical genre featuring broad humor, improbable situations, and physical comedy.

Example

"The playwright was celebrated for his mastery of farcical timing and mistaken identities."

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• Nearby Words

faraway
farce
farcelike
farcical
farcically
fare
farebox

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 17th century from 'farce' plus the suffix '-ical'. The root 'farce' comes from Old French, from the Latin verb 'farcire' meaning 'to stuff', referring originally to comic interludes 'stuffed' into serious religious plays.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Farcical. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/farcical
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