as in humorous
causing or intended to cause laughter
made a droll comment about the commencement speaker's penchant for clichés
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as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
the drolls of late-night TV had a field day with that senator's sexual shenanigans
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Recent Examples of droll
Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
The actors relish the pesky, droll, frequently adorable, sometimes incendiary individuality of their roles.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
Zendaya’s Rue works as a drug mule for the forever droll Laurie (the great Martha Kelly).
—Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
In addition to the main cast of characters, the hilarious Annie Mumolo pops up as Walter’s droll and exasperated assistant, and Rory Scovel is the bumbling, small-town cop.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
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Zelensky then issued a magnanimous, droll decree, formally granting Putin permission to hold the parade.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 11 May 2026
The actors relish the pesky, droll, frequently adorable, sometimes incendiary individuality of their roles.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
Zendaya’s Rue works as a drug mule for the forever droll Laurie (the great Martha Kelly).
—Carla Meyer, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026
In addition to the main cast of characters, the hilarious Annie Mumolo pops up as Walter’s droll and exasperated assistant, and Rory Scovel is the bumbling, small-town cop.
—Erin Qualey, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for droll
Adjective
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Shapiro-Barnum, who has a BFA in acting and a background in sketch comedy, comes armed with the ability to create humorous and well-placed questions, setting the scene for his famous guests to be endearingly disarmed by the kids.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Now, the Malice star is revealing new details about the nuptials, including a couple of humorous mishaps that added to the unforgettable memories of the day.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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The comedian posted on Instagram that he was diagnosed with HPV-positive tonsil cancer.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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The event will feature Jordanian musicians, comedians, dance and food as well as a watch party for Monday’s match.—
Luis Melecio-Zambrano,
Mercury News,
21 June 2026
Adjective
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The Oreo challenge is one of the episode’s comedic high points.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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The production is a deeply personal look at her life and career, inspired by her beloved grandmother, Freddie Mae Glover, and her lifelong dream of becoming a comedic performer like her idol, Carol Burnett.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Other members of the cast contribute some sharp edges and moments that are legitimately funny.—
David John Chávez,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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Someone’s losing their dignity, and that’s funny.—
Jesse David Fox,
Vulture,
18 June 2026
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This is amusing but understandable; in an era where commodity fetishism has turned analog, low-budget cinema into something aspirational, Jenkin has made no compromises for accessibility.—
Sam Bodrojan,
IndieWire,
17 June 2026
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Regal bontebok were replaced by stout warthogs, whose amusing visages quickly filled my camera roll.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Marmo sees Bruce’s life as tragical, comical but also adventurous and courageous.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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On Saturday, the singer and comedian had published a comical video where Tree was seen playing soccer in a Brazilian neighborhood.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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There will be interactive activities such as a puppy red carpet with step and repeat, gifting suite for dog, and custom comic by DC comic artists with owner and their dog.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
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The latest example is The Get Out, a comic neo-noir thriller directed by Derrick Borte (with whom the actor worked on Unhinged, a film with a very different tone).—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
Adjective
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The porch is spacious enough to add extra living or entertaining space, and with stainless-steel construction, the structure is sturdy and weather-ready.—
Chaunie Brusie,
Parents,
22 June 2026
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The floor plan opens up at the rear of the home to provide ample space for entertaining or daily living.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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“Droll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/droll. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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