"Droll" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Droll" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers

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"Droll" Meaning

Crisp and dull; having a dry, humorless, or uninteresting quality.

"Droll" Examples

Usage Examples of "Droll"


Example 1: Describing Something as Uninteresting

The professor's lectures were often droll, putting many students to sleep.

Example 2: Characterizing a Person's Sense of Humor

My friend's humor is always a bit droll, and it takes some getting used to.

Example 3: Describing a Boring or Unexciting Situation

Working in an office can be a droll experience, especially if you're stuck in a mundane job.

Example 4: Using "Droll" to Describe Something as Quirky or Unconventional

The artist's droll sense of style made his paintings stand out in the avant-garde gallery.

Example 5: Characterizing a Story or Plot as Unengaging or Dry

The romance novel was a droll read, with a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

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