Wryness

September 1, 2026 Sonu 1 min read

Wryness

Noun
विडंबनापूर्णता, व्यंग्यपूर्णता
Definition

The quality of being dry or mocking in humor; twisted or perverse in meaning.

Contextual Sentence: "The novel's wryness made it a favorite among critics for its sharp social commentary."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Derived from 'wry' - think of a twisted smile indicating dry humor.
Synonyms
irony sarcasm twisted humor
Antonyms
sincerity earnestness straightforwardness