Meaning & use
droll
Amusing in an odd, dry, or quietly witty way.
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His droll commentary during the meeting had everyone trying not to laugh.
The film's droll humor relies more on timing than on loud jokes.
A note on using this word
Implies a subtle, understated kind of humor, often delivered with a straight face.
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