Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfunny

Adjective
/ʌnˈfʌni/
Definition
Not funny; lacking in humor.
Examples
  • The comedian’s new show was surprisingly unfunny, leaving the audience in silence.
  • Despite the hype, the movie turned out to be rather unfunny, missing the mark on its jokes.
  • Her attempts at humor were unfunny, often falling flat and leading to awkward pauses.
Meaning
The term ‘unfunny’ is used to describe something that fails to elicit laughter or amusement, whether it’s a joke, a performance, or a situation.
Synonyms
  • humorless
  • dry
  • serious
  • droll
  • insipid