adverb
- in a way that lacks joy, happiness, or amusement; without mirth
Examples
- She smiled mirthlessly at the bad news.
- He laughed mirthlessly, finding no real humor in the situation.
- The comedian stared mirthlessly at the silent audience.
- She nodded mirthlessly when told about the company’s losses.
- The old man chuckled mirthlessly at his own misfortune.
- He grinned mirthlessly, his eyes showing no happiness.