Language Quote by Steven Wright
““What is another name for a Thesaurus?””
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up Comedy: Live Performance, 1990
A playful twist on language shows how definitions can be humorously literal.
In simple terms: A joke about naming a thesaurus.
Key Takeaway
Enjoy wordplay and think about language.
Themes
humor
language
wordplay
Mood
lighthearted
playful
Type
comedic
satirical
When to use this quote
- teaching language
- creative writing
- ice‑breaker games
Key Concepts
linguistics
semantic ambiguity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does humor change when language is taken literally?
- What other words lend themselves to similar jokes?
A Different Perspective
The joke relies on a specific cultural understanding of a thesaurus.
