fun

Q: Is 'funner' a word?

Yes, funner is a word , in spite of the fact that many people either wish it were not or believe that it isn’t. The comparative form of the adjective fun (meaning "more fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades and in a wide variety of published writing.

Q: Is 'funnest' a word?

Yes, funnest is a word, in spite of those that wish it were not. The superlative form of the adjective fun (meaning "most fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades, in a wide variety of published writing.

Q: Is there a plural of 'fun'?

Fun commonly functions as an adjective ("I had a fun time") and as a noun ("Let’s have some fun"), and somewhat less commonly as a verb ("I’m just funning you"). In its role as a noun the word is a noncount noun ("a noun that denotes a homogeneous substance or a concept without subdivisions and that in English is preceded in indefinite singular constructions by some rather than a or an "), and does not have a plural form.

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noun

ˈfən

Synonyms of fun next

: what provides amusement or enjoyment

specifically : playful often boisterous action or speech

full of fun

: a mood for finding or making amusement

all in fun

: amusement, enjoyment

sickness takes all the fun out of life

play games for fun

: derisive jest : sport, ridicule

a figure of fun

They made fun of the way he talked.

: violent or excited activity or argument

Insults were exchanged and then the fun began.

fun

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verb

funned; funning

intransitive verb

: to indulge in banter or play : joke

fun

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adjective

sometimes funner; sometimes funnest

: providing entertainment, amusement, or enjoyment

a fun party

a fun person to be with

: full of fun : pleasant

have a fun time

Frequently Asked Questions

Is funner a word?

Yes, funner is a word, in spite of the fact that many people either wish it were not or believe that it isn’t. The comparative form of the adjective fun (meaning "more fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades and in a wide variety of published writing.

Is funnest a word?

Yes, funnest is a word, in spite of those that wish it were not. The superlative form of the adjective fun (meaning "most fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades, in a wide variety of published writing.

Is there a plural of fun?

Fun commonly functions as an adjective ("I had a fun time") and as a noun ("Let’s have some fun"), and somewhat less commonly as a verb ("I’m just funning you"). In its role as a noun the word is a noncount noun ("a noun that denotes a homogeneous substance or a concept without subdivisions and that in English is preceded in indefinite singular constructions by some rather than a or an"), and does not have a plural form.

Choose the Right Synonym for fun

fun, jest, sport, game, play mean action or speech that provides amusement or arouses laughter.

fun usually implies laughter or gaiety but may imply merely a lack of serious or ulterior purpose.

played cards just for fun

jest implies lack of earnestness and may suggest a hoaxing or teasing.

hurt by remarks said only in jest

sport applies especially to the arousing of laughter against someone.

teasing begun in sport led to anger

game is close to sport, and often stresses mischievous or malicious fun.

made game of their poor relations

play stresses the opposition to earnest without implying any malice or mischief.

pretended to strangle his brother in play

Example Sentences

Noun I can't remember when I've had so much fun. Sickness takes all the fun out of life. Verb He's just funning with you. just a couple of old friends funning with each other Adjective Our vacation was a fun time. She's a fun person to be with. The park is a fun place to visit. We had a fun time at the movie. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Make time for zoomies during the day Give your dog time during the day to have fun, but also have their obedient time too. —

Kelli Bender, Peoplemag, 26 June 2023 While most of the world thinks the trash talking and discussion of a cage fight between Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk is just two billionaire frenemies having fun with the public and media, UFC president Dana White foresees a cash bonanza. —

Chris Morris, Fortune, 26 June 2023 Speaking of fun and romance, check out the new film Daughter of the Bride, starring Marcia Gay Harden and Halston Sage, this week on Fox. —

Jessica Radloff, Glamour, 25 June 2023 Aquarius January 20-February 18 Having fun may come with hidden costs at the moment. —

Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2023 Being in sync on the more significant issues—i.e., if both of you are looking for a fun hookup vs. something serious—should be the priority. —

Beth Sobol, Women's Health, 25 June 2023 Presented with a wide variety of wines, Spencer enjoyed a weekend of music and fun with friends in New York City. —

Matt Tighe, Rolling Stone, 23 June 2023 What an honest ad from an oil and gas company would look like 📬 Sign up for the Daily Brief Our free, fast, and fun briefing on the global economy, delivered every weekday morning. —

Sofia Lotto Persio, Quartz, 23 June 2023 Active Time: 30 mins Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins Servings: 16 Flakey and fun, pigs in a blanket are the ultimate party appetizer for nearly any occasion. —

Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 23 June 2023

Verb

The list touches on everything from practical must-haves to fun add-ons and creature comforts. —

Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2023 Jennifer Aniston Says Late Parents Inspired Her Health Journey, Jokes 'My Friends Call Me Dr. Aniston' obé Fitness instructors make their exercises fun, engaging, welcoming, and best of all, judgment-free. —

Sarah Byron, Peoplemag, 16 Mar. 2023 Wrap up your weekend of beachy keen holiday fun the 52nd annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights. —

Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2022 This is a tiny place that does really fun live music, serves Russian and Ukrainian food, and is always sure to be a good time. —

Ludwig Hurtado, Curbed, 7 Apr. 2022 The Etsy shop sells curated plant sets that will get beginners acquainted with gardening or introduce advanced gardeners to fun new plant options. —

Jacorey Moon, Good Housekeeping, 15 Nov. 2022 That aspect has been great to see and fun to work with as well. —

Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 30 June 2022 From festive baskets to fun collectable toys, Easter gifts require a lot of details and there is no better way to get everything together than some online shopping. —

Victoria Priola, oregonlive, 25 Mar. 2022 That doesn’t even include the cost of fuel to actually fun the facilities. —

Sarah Bowman, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Jan. 2022

Adjective

Aside from Oceanside’s layout, the colors and character design are also fun with colors pushed to the max. —

Kaely Monahan, The Arizona Republic, 28 June 2023 Cooking is a fun intersection of science and culinary arts that activates my brain and delights my taste buds! —

Mary Colurso | McOlurso@al.com, al, 27 June 2023 The other sedans and the Turbo wagon bordered on being fun, which is not to damn them with faint praise . . . —

William Jeanes, Car and Driver, 27 June 2023 That's the fun thing about Cruel Summer — there's always at least two sides to everything, sometimes more. —

Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 27 June 2023 Making this album was very daunting, very fun, and very fulfilling. —

Christi Carras, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2023 While the battle is entertaining and undoubtedly looks fun, there are still some aspects of QIBBOT that need to be addressed. —

IEEE Spectrum, 26 June 2023 The film's official Instagram account shared two pics of the film's star posing with a vintage, bubblegum-pink Corvette, while dressed in a fun monochromatic look that perfectly matched the convertible's paint job. —

Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 25 June 2023 There are fun social elements, too, like the nightly wine hour — a good way to meet fellow travelers — and cinema nights in the screening room. —

Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2023 See More

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