Question

Which of the following describes a pun?
1. the use of a noun to serve as the verb in a sentence
2. a playful use of synonyms to achieve humor in writing
3. a joke using words that sound alike but have different meanings
4. the final sentence of a joke that contains the punchline

Answer 1

The option that best describes a pun is:

**3. a joke using words that sound alike but have different meanings.**

Puns often rely on wordplay and the double meanings of words for comedic effect.