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dry vs wry

wry vs dry

dry is a noun but wry is not a noun.

dry and wry both are adjectives.

dry is a verb but wry is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
wry No Yes No No
As adjectives, dry and wry are synonyms defined as:
  • dry and wry: humorously sarcastic or mocking
Other synonyms of dry include ironic, ironical.
dry (noun) wry (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages
dry (adjective) wry (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet bent to one side
not producing milk humorously sarcastic or mocking
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) wry (verb)
become dry or drier
remove the moisture from and make dry
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