The difference between Comic and Humorist
When used as nouns, comic means a comedian, whereas humorist means a person who writes or performs humorous material.
Comic is also adjective with the meaning: funny.
check bellow for the other definitions of Comic and Humorist
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Comic as an adjective:
Funny; amusing; comical.
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Comic as an adjective:
Relating to comedy.
Examples:
"comic genius"
"a comic stereotype"
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Comic as a noun:
A comedian.
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Comic as a noun:
A story composed of cartoon images arranged in sequence, usually with textual captions; a graphic novel.
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Comic as a noun (British):
A children's newspaper.
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Humorist as a noun:
A person who writes or performs humorous material.