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'''Humor''' is an act, statement, or other form of communication that is ludicrous or absurdly incongruous.   

'''Humor''' is an act, statement, or other form of communication that is ludicrous or absurdly incongruous.   

Irony is when situations are the opposite that one would expect. There are many types of irony in [[literature]], however in humor it is often the expression of one's meaning using language that would indicate the opposite.<ref>New Oxford American Dictionary</ref> For example, "as fun as watching paint dry."

Irony is when situations are the opposite that one would expect. There are many types of irony in [[literature]], however in humor it is often the expression of one's meaning using language that would indicate the opposite.<ref>New Oxford American Dictionary</ref> For example, "as fun as watching paint dry."

Sarcasm, is typically mean-spirited irony, which uses ''tone'' to indicate that opposite is meant, rather than a ridiculous juxtaposition.<ref>New Oxford American Dictionary</ref>Sarcasm, for example, would involve someone who dislikes, say racing, and states that NASCAR is the pinnacle of sporting excellence.

Sarcasm, is typically mean-spirited irony, which uses ''tone'' to indicate that opposite is meant, rather than a ridiculous juxtaposition.<ref>New Oxford American Dictionary</ref> Sarcasm, for example, would involve someone who dislikes, say racing, and states that NASCAR is the pinnacle of sporting excellence.

In [[drama]], humorous dramatic irony can occur when a character makes a statement, when the audience knows that the exact opposite is true.  For example, remarking how relaxing an empty room is when the audience has seen a character hiding moments before.

In [[drama]], humorous dramatic irony can occur when a character makes a statement, when the audience knows that the exact opposite is true.  For example, remarking how relaxing an empty room is when the audience has seen a character hiding moments before.

Satire is the use of sarcasm and Irony to mock or deride a subject.

Satire is the use of sarcasm and Irony to mock or deride a subject.

===Political Satire===

===Political Satire===

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{{main|Political Satire}}

==See Also==

==See also==

*[[Anecdotes of good will misconstruing]]

 

*[[Essay:Comedy and satires concerning atheism and evolution|Comedy and satires concerning atheism and evolution]]

==References==

==References==

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