adverb
- in a manner lacking humor; without wit, amusement, or lightheartedness
Examples
- She stared at him humorlessly when he made the joke.
- He delivered the bad news humorlessly, with no attempt to soften the blow.
- The critic humorlessly dissected every flaw in the performance.
- She responded humorlessly to his attempts at comedy.
- He spoke humorlessly about the serious situation facing the company.
- The character delivered the line humorlessly, making it even more awkward.