Farce – 1. A situation that is very badly organised or unfair 2. A humorous play or film where the characters become involved in unlikely situations

(Pronounced fahrs)

To remember the definition of the word farce, use the following mnemonic:

So far, arsonists (farce) have set fire to the stage curtains, and the humorous play has been very badly disorganised.

Examples of farce in a sentence

Sometimes, my whole life feels like a farce.

She had forgotten the main ingredient for the dinner party, it was a total farce.

I got the part as the star of a new Hollywood production, I don't care that it's a farce and not a serious film.