Subtle Humor Terms

1 words in this vocabulary list

wry

wry

adjective using or expressing dry, especially mocking humor

adverb in a way that expresses dry, especially mocking humor

  • His wry sense of humor often left his colleagues amused but slightly puzzled.
  • She gave him a wry smile before walking away.
  • The comedian's wry jokes had the audience in stitches.
  • The wry twist at the end of the story caught everyone off guard.