Opposite of funny or amusing, especially in a ludicrous or absurd way
Opposite of absurd or ridiculous, deserving or inviting derision or mockery
Opposite of causing laughter and providing entertainment
Opposite of very strange or unusual
“The family in question is really quite ordinary, nothing special, but it's exactly that ordinariness that makes the film warm and comforting.”
Opposite of contrary to reason, truth or logic
“It's sensible to think that the more you know, the less guidance you need.”
Opposite of treating serious issues with inappropriate humor
“I was being sincere when I accepted your challenge to a boxing match.”
Opposite of deserving or inviting derision or mockery
“To the consternation of both men, the gun had no effect, aside from causing the creature to do a quick, impressive backflip.”
Opposite of difficult to believe or unlikely to happen
“Good writers have an eye and an ear for a lively and believable anecdote that can make their points both memorable and compact.”
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