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Something said or told that is intended to amuse
“He could not, like some men, pass off a serious matter with a humorous jest.”
Plural for an act performed as a prank or for amusement
“I now see that I was wrong in supposing that I was being made the object of just a harmless jest.”
Plural for a person or thing that is the object of ridicule
“Having become the scoff and jest of the town, he quitted it with shame and disgrace.”
Plural for spoken or written words that are absurd or meaningless
Plural for a state of high-spirits
Plural for an activity that one engages in for amusement or fun
Plural for a joke or type of wordplay in which sounds, words or phrases are deliberately confused
Plural for a lack of seriousness, especially in the context of fun or entertainment
Plural for a humorous imitation of something, typically exaggerated for comic effect
Plural for a trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or trade
To tell a joke or speak in a joking way
“She would often jest humorously of these time-worn cliches that never applied to her.”
To tease, especially in a jocular manner
“Whilst it is acceptable to jest among friends, we must be mindful of what we say in a formal setting.”
To behave in a comical or playful way
“When have you known Zanya to jest around when it comes to work?”
To make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice
To mock or express scorn at something or someone
To engage in an activity for enjoyment and recreation
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