Definition of Wry
Wry
wry


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
cleverly humorous, especially in a way that is ironic, mocking, or grim;

e.g. She has a wry sense of humor and often makes sarcastic comments.

(adjective)
twisted to one side, especially as an expression of annoyance, disgust, or disappointment, used to describe someone's facial features;

e.g. He wore a wry expression as he accepted his defeat.

(adjective)
deliberately distorted in order to express mockery or irony, used to describe a person's facial features or expression;

e.g. She made a wry face when she woke up in the hospital bed and saw me.

(adjective)
in old usage, turned or bent to one side in an abnormal way, used to describe a part of someone's body;

e.g. He has had a wry wrist ever since it was fractured and healed incorrectly when he was young.



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