1.a humorous play or film where the characters become involved in unlikely situations
2.the style of writing or acting in this type of play
The play suddenly changes from farce to tragedy.
3.a situation that is very badly organized or unfair
No one had prepared anything so the meeting was a bit of a farce.
4.a humorous play in which the characters become involved in unlikely situations, or the humor in this type of play
5.a ridiculous situation or event, or something considered a waste of time
The meeting turned out to be a farce since no one had prepared anything.