Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wry
Adjective
/raɪ/
Definition
Using or expressing dry, especially mocking, humor.
Examples
- His wry smile indicated that he found the situation amusing.
- She made a wry observation about the absurdity of the rules.
- With a wry tone, he shared a story that was both funny and a bit sad.
Meaning
Wry humor often involves a sense of irony or sarcasm rather than outright jest. It is usually delivered in a subtle way.
Synonyms
- Dry
- Ironical
- Sarcastic
- Twisted
