wryly

/ˈraɪli/

Definitions

1. adverb

in a wry manner; in a way that shows a sarcastic or ironic sense of humor

“She laughed wryly at the comedian’s jokes.”

2. adverb

in a twisted or crooked manner

“The tree branch grew wryly out from the trunk.”

Synonyms

  • irreverently
  • sarcastically

Antonyms

  • earnestly
  • sincerely