DRYLY
What does "DRYLY" mean?
In a matter-of-fact, unemotional way, often with understated wit.
Meanings
- In a coolly humorous or ironic manner, without showing emotion. 'How thoughtful of them to schedule it at dawn,' she said dryly.
- In a plain, matter-of-fact, or unadorned way. He stated the verdict dryly, leaving no room for hope.
Word origin
From the adjective 'dry' (Old English 'dryge') plus the adverb suffix '-ly'; the 'witty, deadpan' sense draws on 'dry' meaning lacking sweetness or warmth.
Remember it
A dryly delivered joke is so DRY it doesn't even crack a smile - DRY + LY.
A little poem
He raised one brow, said nothing of the cost,
and let the room work out just what was lost.
couplet
Wordplay
- I asked the comedian to describe deadpan humor. He just looked at me and said, dryly, 'It's not for everyone.'
What it teaches
The driest delivery can carry the wettest meaning; restraint is its own kind of emphasis.
Quick facts
What does DRYLY mean?
In a matter-of-fact, unemotional way, often with understated wit.
Is DRYLY a valid word?
Yes — DRYLY is one of the answer words in Wordul, the daily word game.
How many letters is DRYLY?
DRYLY has 5 letters and 2 syllables.
Where does DRYLY come from?
From the adjective 'dry' (Old English 'dryge') plus the adverb suffix '-ly'; the 'witty, deadpan' sense draws on 'dry' meaning lacking sweetness or warmth.
What can DRYLY teach us?
The driest delivery can carry the wettest meaning; restraint is its own kind of emphasis.
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