Definitions by Sqeegz
The Rule of Funny
The theoretical guideline, “I don’t like X unless it’s funny”.
This term is used situationally, especially in recent times on social media to define how someone can enjoy a piece of content even if it betrays their own beliefs.
This term is used situationally, especially in recent times on social media to define how someone can enjoy a piece of content even if it betrays their own beliefs.
Person 1:*laughs at AI video*
Person 2: “I thought you hated AI?”
Person 1: “I do, unless it’s used in a funny way, such is the rule of funny.”
Person 2: “I thought you hated AI?”
Person 1: “I do, unless it’s used in a funny way, such is the rule of funny.”
The Rule of Funny by Sqeegz March 20, 2026