Jesting — synonyms, definition

1. jesting (a)

cheering happy laughing shouting smiling sparkling

2. jesting (Noun)

banter derision joke mockery repartee ridicule sport teasing

3. jesting (Adjective)

jocose jocular joking

jesting (Adjective) — Characterized by jokes and good humour. ex. "He defines wit as respectable jesting without any obscenity"

4. jesting (Verb)

jesting (Verb) — Tell a joke; speak humorously. ex. "He often jests even when he appears serious"

jesting (Verb) — Act in a funny or teasing way.

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