humourless
Translation
humorless, unfunny, serious
Examples
He is a very serious and humourless man.
He is a very serious and humorless man.
She told a rather humourless joke at the party.
She told a rather humorless joke at the party.
Grammar Patterns
a humorless ((noun)) a serious or unfunny (thing/person) He is a rather humorless man.
Similar Words
Synonyms: serious, solemn, unfunny; Antonyms: humorous, funny, witty
Etymology
From 'humor' + the suffix '-less' (meaning 'without'). Literally 'without humor'.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has 'less' ability to find 'humor' in things.