US /ˈɹaɪli/
adv Freq #71021

Meanings

  1. 1
    adv

    In a way that shows dry, slightly mocking humour.

    "At least it can't get any worse," he said wryly.

  2. 2
    adv

    With the face twisted slightly to one side.

    She smiled wryly as she read the absurd note.

Etymology

From wry + -ly.

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