- Ironic – When something happens in a way that is the opposite of what you expect.
Example Sentence: It’s ironic that the fire station caught on fire.
- Sarcasm – Saying the opposite of what you mean, often in a funny or mocking way.
Example Sentence: “Oh great, another rainy day,” she said with sarcasm as she looked outside.
- Understated – Expressed in a simple or quiet way, even if it’s actually very important or funny.
Example Sentence: He won a million dollars and just said, “Not bad.”
- Deadpan – Saying something funny in a serious tone, without laughing or smiling.
Example Sentence: “I’m so excited to do homework,” he said in a deadpan voice.
- Witty – Quick and clever with words, often in a funny way.
Example Sentence: She always has a witty comeback for every joke.
- Mocking – Copying or making fun of someone in a teasing way.
Example Sentence: “Oh, look at me, I’m so perfect,” he said, mocking his friend.
- Subtle – Not obvious; hidden or hard to notice at first.
Example Sentence: His joke was so subtle that it took me a second to get it.
- Blunt – Saying something in a very direct way, sometimes without thinking about feelings.
Example Sentence: She was blunt when she said, “That dress doesn’t look good on you.”
- Wry – A kind of humour that is a little dry, clever, and sometimes a bit sarcastic.
Example Sentence: “Oh, sure, because I love waiting in long lines,” he said with a wry smile.
- Playful – Fun and lighthearted, not meant to be taken seriously.
Example Sentence: He gave her a playful nudge and said, “Guess who ate the last cookie?”
