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Meaning of sidesplitting
extremely funny
Etymology of sidesplitting
The word "sidesplitting" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the idea of laughing so hard that it feels like one's sides are splitting
Historically, the phrase was used to describe something that was extremely funny or hilarious, often to the point of causing physical discomfort
Synonyms
hilarious
laughable
amusing
comical
humorous
rib-tickling
funny
entertaining
side-splitting
riotous
uproarious
ludicrous
absurd
preposterous
ridiculous
farcical
comedic
droll
witty
clever
silly
jesting
jocular
merry
mirthful
lighthearted
playful
cheeky
mischievous
facetious
ironic
satirical
tongue-in-cheek
humorous
hysterical
killing
screaming
howling
thigh-slapping
knee-slapping
gut-busting
tear-jerking
Definitions
- Causing intense laughter, extremely amusing or humorous
- * Capable of making someone laugh very much, often to the point of holding one's sides in pain
Usage Examples
- The comedian's jokes were sidesplitting, and the audience was in stitches the entire show
- * The movie was so sidesplitting that I had to hold my sides to stop laughing