Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wry-wit
noun
/raɪ wɪt/
Definition
A clever and often ironic form of humor that conveys a sense of dry amusement.
Examples
- His wry wit kept the audience entertained during the long meeting.
- She had a wry wit that made her remarks both amusing and thought-provoking.
- With a wry wit, he navigated the absurdities of the situation with ease.
Meaning
Wry wit refers to a style of humor where the speaker uses irony and a cutting, sarcastic tone to create a sense of humor that is both clever and often understated.
Synonyms
- Dry humor
- Ironic humor
- Satire
- Facetiousness
