/hjuːmektiv, -ektiv/ (hum-ek-tiv, -ekt-iv)

Definitions

1. adjective

related to or causing a pleasant feeling of mild amusement or mild irritation

“The comedian’s humective jokes were a hit at the comedy club.”

2. noun

a person or thing that causes a pleasant feeling of mild amusement or mild irritation

“The comedian was a master of crafting humectives for his audience.”