/kætˌædɪkrəˈtɪk/ KAT-uh-dik-ruh-TIK

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by a tendency to laugh at one’s own or others’ misfortunes

“The comedian’s catadicrotic sense of humor often left the audience in stitches.”

2. noun

a person having a tendency to laugh at one’s own or others’ misfortunes

“The audience member’s catadicrotic nature made him the laughing stock of the show.”