Good Humor

Pronunciation: /ɡʊd ˈhjuːmər/

Definitions of good humor

noun a state of mind or mood characterized by cheerfulness and positivity

Example Sentences

A1 She always has good humor, even on bad days.

A2 The comedian's jokes were in good humor and made everyone laugh.

B1 Having good humor can help diffuse tense situations and bring people together.

B2 His good humor was infectious, spreading positivity wherever he went.

C1 Maintaining good humor in the face of adversity is a sign of emotional resilience.

C2 Her ability to maintain good humor in challenging circumstances is truly admirable.

Examples of good humor in a Sentence

formal Despite the stressful situation, he managed to maintain good humor throughout the meeting.

informal She always brings good humor to our gatherings with her jokes and laughter.

slang We were all in a really good humor after watching that comedy show.

figurative His good humor was like a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day, lifting everyone's spirits.

Grammatical Forms of good humor

• past tense: had good humor
• plural: good humors
• comparative: better humor
• superlative: best humor
• present tense: have good humor
• future tense: will have good humor
• perfect tense: have had good humor
• continuous tense: is having good humor
• singular: good humor
• positive degree: good humor
• infinitive: to have good humor
• gerund: having good humor
• participle: good-humored

Origin and Evolution of good humor

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The phrase 'good humor' originated from the Latin word 'humor', meaning moisture or fluid. In medieval medicine, it was believed that a balance of four bodily fluids or humors - blood, phlegm, yellow bile, and black bile - was essential for good health and a person's temperament. The idea of having 'good humor' meant having a pleasant disposition or temperament.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'good humor' shifted from a physical balance of bodily fluids to a more metaphorical sense of having a positive attitude or mood. The phrase became commonly used in English literature and everyday language to describe someone who is cheerful, optimistic, or in a good mood.