WRY = (adjective) 1. combining amusement and irony for dry humor--sardonic; 2. temporarily contorted or bent to one side.

Examples:
- Marc's wry smile led me to believe Lisa was being sarcastic.
- Some people were offended by his wry humor.
- Mr. Colbert wry commentary on the state of world affairs made him very popular.

Synonyms: sarcastic, sardonic, cynical, crooked, ironic, mocking

Antonyms: serious, solemn, sober, straight

VERDANT = (adjective) 1. covered with green vegetation; 2. green in color

Examples:
- My favorite part of our trip to South Africa was observing the beautiful wildlife of its verdant Kruger Wildpark.
- Her verdant wine lands of Stellenbosch were nearly destroyed by last year's drought.
- The cows and sheep grazed in the verdant countryside.

Synonyms: green, blooming, fresh, grassy, flourishing, lush, leafy

Antonyms: barren, brown

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Published: 2008-04-29

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