What does DROLL mean?

Droll 1. Parts of Speech:

Adjective

2. Definitions:

Amusingly odd or comical.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK):

US: /droʊl/

UK: /drəʊl/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "droll" originated from the French word "drolle" which means "a comical person or thing". The word was first used in English in the 17th century to describe something that was humorous or amusingly odd. Today, the word "droll" is used to describe something that is funny in an unusual or unexpected way.

5. Synonyms:

• Comical
• Humorous
• Witty
• Amusing
• Entertaining

6. Related Words:

• Troll
• Rolls
• Drill
• Grill
• Stroll

7. Example Sentences:

• The comedians droll sense of humor had the audience in stitches.
• The painting had a droll quality that made it stand out from the others in the gallery.
• He had a droll expression on his face when he told the joke.