noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:Even though the vaudevillist started their career in vaudeville, they found success on Broadway with their unique storytelling style.

Definition:Refers to theater, specifically the theater district in New York City known for its professional musicals and dramas.

From broadway

Example:The vaudevillist was part of a popular vaudeville troupe that toured across the country.

Definition:A group of performers who work together, especially a company of actors, dancers, musicians, or comedians.

From troupe

Example:The vaudevillist's act included a variety of comedic performances that delighted audiences.

Definition:Humorous entertainment, often used to make people laugh.

From comedy

Example:The vaudevillist was known for a lively performance that included humorous musical numbers.

Definition:The art and science of combining sounds to create emotionally expressive art.

From music

Example:The vaudevillist was famous for their quick and sharp sketch comedy routines.

Definition:A short theatrical performance dealing humorously with its subject.

From sketch

Example:Though traditional variety shows are less common, the skills of vaudevillists are still appreciated in contemporary comedy and performance.

Definition:A television or radio program consisting of a selection of different types of entertainment, including music, sketches, and sometimes sports or news.

From variety show

Example:One of the vaudevillist's acts involved performing incredible physical acrobatic tricks.

Definition:A pleasant illusion or artifice, especially one pleasant to the eye or providing amusement or surprise.

From trick

Example:The vaudevillist knew how to engage the audience with their charm and comedy.

Definition:A group of people gathered to watch or hear a performance, speech, or meeting.

From audience

Example:The vaudevillist incorporated elements of burlesque into their act to add a layer of satire and humor.

Definition:A form of entertainment, developed in the nineteenth century, involving topical humor, sexual innuendo, burlesque songs, dancing, and lewd spoofing of operatic or literary material.

From burlesque

Example:The vaudevillist's humor was a key to their popularity as it resonated with the audience.

Definition:The ability to perceive or express what is amusing, moving, or bizarre.

From humor