The Fun of Being "Droll"

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June 2, 2026 Word of the Day droll [drohl] adjective: amusing in an odd way Explanation Someone who's droll is funny in an unusual or understated way, making you laugh with their deadpan remarks or awkward pauses. The word comes from a French term that refers to a jolly good fellow. And that's exactly the kind of charm a droll friend brings to your life! Example: The comedian's droll sense of humor had the entire audience chuckling at his unusual stories. See Full Definition Featured Article The Most Commonly Misspelled Words — With Spelling Tips for Each One We rounded up some of the most commonly misspelled words. Here's how to remember their correct spellings. Keep Reading Play WordFork by Dictionary.com Can you spell your way past the fork in the road? Try today's WordFork, a fun free daily game at Words.com! Play Today's Game About Us   Privacy Policy