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Word of the Day : November 18, 2022
farce \FAHRSS\ noun
What It Means
A farce is a ridiculous act, proceeding, or situation. Farce can also refer to a light dramatic work marked by satirical comedy and improbable plot, or the broad humor characteristic of such. The word can also refer to a savory stuffing.
// "The company's guarantee is a farce," she complained. "The replacement they sent broke even more quickly than the original."
// The award-winning actor has a talent for farce.
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