as in humorousness
the amusing quality or element in something
the richness of the irony—I had just contributed to the political campaign of a multimillionaire—was too much for me to ignore
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Recent Examples of richness
The program is meant to celebrate the warmth, vitality and melodic richness of Dvořák’s music, according to conductor and music director John LoPiccolo.
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Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
The spicy tuna had a gentle kick, the macadamia nuts added a pleasant crunch, and the maguro and unagi on top tied everything together with a subtle richness.
—Evan Moore
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
Fresh broccoli balances the richness of the cream cheese and whipping cream, which renders this Chicken-and-Broccoli Pasta Bake incredibly decadent.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
The orange zest brightens the cranberries while the pistachios add subtle richness.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
The eggs also add moisture and richness.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The city’s vivacity and cultural richness are a constant source of inspiration and the reason for Farm Rio’s existence—the brand was founded here in 1997—and its signature colorful tropical prints.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
It is aged to perfection delivering a smooth, full-bodied bourbon that balances sweet corn richness with subtle oak and spice.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
The arrangements are sparse, breezy, clearing the path for Mavis’ voice, which has only gathered gravitas and richness.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025
The spicy tuna had a gentle kick, the macadamia nuts added a pleasant crunch, and the maguro and unagi on top tied everything together with a subtle richness.
—Evan Moore
november 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025
Fresh broccoli balances the richness of the cream cheese and whipping cream, which renders this Chicken-and-Broccoli Pasta Bake incredibly decadent.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025
The orange zest brightens the cranberries while the pistachios add subtle richness.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
The eggs also add moisture and richness.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 7 Nov. 2025
The city’s vivacity and cultural richness are a constant source of inspiration and the reason for Farm Rio’s existence—the brand was founded here in 1997—and its signature colorful tropical prints.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
It is aged to perfection delivering a smooth, full-bodied bourbon that balances sweet corn richness with subtle oak and spice.
—Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Nov. 2025
The arrangements are sparse, breezy, clearing the path for Mavis’ voice, which has only gathered gravitas and richness.
—Jonathan Bernstein, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for richness
Noun
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His keen playful writing combines magical realism, genre-busting humor, literary zip—and there are few people better suited to adapting Wilder than Ethan Lipton.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Nov. 2025
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With Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby leading the way, the sci-fi/disaster flick is full of humor, heart and high stakes, plus Julia Garner's Silver Surfer is a joy to behold riding all those good vibes.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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There’s irony in that, of course.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Nov. 2025
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The irony is that in a market saturated with sustainability talk, Magnolia Pearl’s revolt feels almost old-fashioned.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Richness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/richness. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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