What is another word for humorist?
Pronunciation: [hjˈuːmɔːɹˌɪst] (IPA) 
A humorist is a person who is skilled in the art of making people laugh or smile. Synonyms for the word humorist include comedian, jester, clown, wit, joker, funnyman, prankster, and satirist. A comedian is someone who performs stand-up or slapstick comedy. A jester is a court jester who entertains kings and nobles. A clown is a performer in a circus or carnival, often wearing brightly colored clothes and makeup to make people laugh. A wit is someone who makes clever and humorous remarks. A joker is someone who tells jokes or plays pranks. A funnyman is someone who is known for their sense of humor. A prankster is someone who enjoys playing jokes on others. Lastly, a satirist uses humor to criticize society or politics.
