Deadpan

noun

/ˈdɛdpæn/

Word Frequency: 0.2

Definitions

1.nounA style of comedic delivery in which something humorous is said or done while not exhibiting a change in emotion or facial expression.

2.verbTo express (oneself) in an impassive or expressionless manner.

3.adjectiveDeliberately impassive or expressionless.

4.adjectiveHaving such a face or look.

"The comedian remained deadpan."

5.adjectiveImpassive.

6.adverbIn a deadpan manner.

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