humorless

adjective

hu·mor·less ˈhyü-mər-ləs

Synonyms of humorless next

: lacking a sense of humor

: lacking humorous characteristics

humorlessly

ˈhyü-mər-ləs-lē

adverb

humorlessness noun

Examples of humorless in a Sentence

humorless people who can't see the lighter side of life

Recent Examples on the Web The supporting performances slightly elevate Kevin Reynolds' humorless Prince of Thieves, which, despite its imperfections, went on to become the second-highest-grossing movie of 1991. —

EW.com, 9 July 2024 The dry, humorless (in a good way) narration by Lost actor Francois Chau only adds to the suspense of the novel that offers nuance to the divisive conflict, bringing the protagonist’s competing allegiances and the danger that brings him into full view. —

Shannon Carlin, TIME, 21 June 2024 Mina is focused and humorless, unmoved by Ava’s flattery. —

Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 23 May 2024 To put Muslim women in a punk band would challenge the stereotype that Muslim women are submissive, quiet, humorless. —

Alexis Soloski, New York Times, 26 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for humorless

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