Deadpan (Adjective)
Meaning
Deliberately impassive in manner; "deadpan humor"; "his face remained expressionless as the verdict was read".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The comedian's deadpan delivery made the jokes even more hilarious and unexpected.
- Her deadpan expression as she listened to the absurd explanation only added to the comedic effect.
- The actor's ability to maintain a deadpan face throughout the ridiculous scene earned him an award.
- With a completely deadpan tone, he told the ridiculous story as if it were true.
- The teacher's deadpan reaction to the student's outlandish excuse was priceless.