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Synonyms & Similar Words
amusing
humorous
comical
witty
funny
entertaining
diverting
playful
lighthearted
jesting
jocular
facetious
ironic
sarcastic
tongue-in-cheek
whimsical
quirky
offbeat
eccentric
odd
peculiar
humorous
ridiculous
laughable
farcical
absurd
preposterous
silly
foolish
comic
ridiculous
amusing
entertaining
charming
Meaning of Droll
The primary meaning of the word "droll" is relating to or characterized by humor, often in a quirky or offbeat way.
Definitions
- Having or showing a quiet, witty, and often ironic sense of humor
- Giving an impression of being amusingly quirky or unusual
Etymology of Droll
The word "droll" originates from the Old French word "drolle" or "drole", which is derived from the Middle Dutch word "drol", meaning "fool" or "jester"
Historically, the term was used to describe a jesting or mocking tone, often with a sense of irony or sarcasm
Example Uses
- The comedian's droll delivery had the audience in stitches
- Her droll sense of humor made her a beloved figure among her friends
- The author's writing style was characterized by a droll, tongue-in-cheek tone