Meaning & Definition of Wry in English
English⟶
Wry
/raɪ/
adjective
1. Humorously sarcastic or mocking
- "Dry humor"
- "An ironic remark often conveys an intended meaning obliquely"
- "An ironic novel"
- "An ironical smile"
- "With a wry scottish wit"
synonym:
- dry,
- ironic,
- ironical,
- wry
2. Bent to one side
- "A wry neck"
synonym:
- wry
Examples of using
Mary looks to you with a wry, respectful smile.