Hilarious person
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 25, 2026
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Hilarious person (4)
Answer
The answer to Hilarious person is Riot (4 letters).
Why does Riot fit this clue?
This clue uses slang to point to RIOT, meaning an extremely funny or entertaining person. A riot is literally a violent public disturbance involving a crowd of people, but in informal usage, calling someone 'a riot' means they're hilariously amusing or wildly entertaining. The slang sense plays on the idea that something so funny creates chaos or disruption, just like an actual riot disrupts public order. This figurative use of 'riot' to describe someone who makes others laugh uncontrollably has been common in American English since the early 20th century.
What does Hilarious person mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
hilarious
adjective
•extremely funny or amusing
•causing great laughter or mirth
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 8-across in the New York Times Mini on March 25, 2026, by Christina Iverson, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
NYT Mini — Mar 25, 2026
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What does Riot mean?
noun
•Wanton or unrestrained behavior; uproar; tumult.
•The tumultuous disturbance of the public peace by an unlawful assembly of three or more persons in the execution of some private object.
verb
•To create or take part in a riot; to raise an uproar or sedition.
•To act in an unrestrained or wanton manner; to indulge in excess of feasting, luxury, etc.
Origin of the word Riot
•origin: Old French 'riote' meaning revelry or debauchery
•period: 13th century
The word originally referred to wild partying and excessive merriment before evolving to describe violent public disturbances.
How to use Riot in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Riot.
•“My uncle is such a riot at family gatherings - he always has everyone laughing with his funny stories.”
•“The comedy show was a riot, with the audience laughing nonstop for two hours straight.”
•“The kids' birthday party was an absolute riot with all the games and silly activities.”
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The New York Times Mini for March 25, 2026 was published by Christina Iverson and has 10 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.
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Frequently asked questions about Hilarious person
- What is the answer to Hilarious person?
- The answer is Riot (4 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 25, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Hilarious person have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Riot.
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Puzzle
NYT Mini — Mar 25, 2026
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editor
Joel Fagliano
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position
8 Across
answer length
4 letters