humorless
Translation
humourless, serious, unfunny
Examples
He told a very humorless story.
He told a very humourless story.
She is a serious and humorless person.
She is a serious and humourless person.
Grammar Patterns
a ((humorless)) person/story lacking humor She is a serious and humorless person.
Similar Words
Synonyms: serious, solemn, dour; Antonyms: humorous, witty, funny
Etymology
Composed of 'humor' + '-less' (without). Literally means 'without humor'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-less' means 'without', as in 'careless' or 'homeless'.