Table 8.
Words with the largest rating differences between younger and older participants
| Words rated more humorous by younger | Words rated more humorous by older |
|---|---|
| Goatee (1.49) | Caddie (-1.56) |
| Reform (1.46) | Birthright (-1.45) |
| Joint (1.43) | Squint (-1.31) |
| Germ (1.39) | Jingle (-1.28) |
| Hunchback (1.34) | Burlesque (-1.28) |
| Frock (1.32) | Bulkhead (-1.27) |
| Rating (1.29) | Limey (-1.26) |
| Squaw (1.29) | Pixie (-1.26) |
| Filth (1.25) | Pong (-1.25) |
| Collie (1.23) | Willow (-1.23) |
| Squabble (1.19) | Housewife (-1.23) |
| Gangster (1.15) | Bathing (-1.23) |
Note. Numbers in brackets are the difference in ratings between age groups. They are computed as MHRY – MHRO: a positive value means the word is rated as more humorous by younger participants, a negative value means it was rated as more humorous by older participants