deadpanning
/ˈdɛdˌpænɪŋ/
noun
- The act or style of delivering speech or humor with a deliberately flat, emotionless expression or tone.
- Deadpanning is a popular technique in stand-up comedy.
- Her deadpanning made the sarcastic remark even more effective.
- The actor's deadpanning was so perfect that the audience wasn't sure if he was serious.
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verb
- Present participle of deadpan: speaking or performing in a deliberately flat, emotionless manner, often for humorous effect.
- The comedian is deadpanning the most ridiculous lines with a straight face.
- She kept deadpanning even when the audience roared with laughter.
- He is deadpanning his way through the interview, making everyone laugh without changing his expression.