Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wry
adjective
/raɪ/
Definition
Twisted or bent, especially to express humor or irony.
Examples
- His wry smile suggested he knew more than he was letting on.
- The comedian’s wry observations on life had the audience in stitches.
- She gave a wry laugh at his clumsy attempt to flirt.
Meaning
Wry describes a dry or mocking sense of humor. It can refer to a facial expression that shows displeasure or a clever but slightly sarcastic remark.
Synonyms
- ironic
- sarcastic
- dry
- twisted
