Gag: meaning, definitions and examples

Can also refer to a physical reaction to something unpleasant, like choking or feeling like you might vomit.

• The smell of the trash made him gag.
• She gagged when she saw the raw meat.

Commonly used in everyday language to refer to a funny story or remark intended to make people laugh.

• She told a joke that had everyone in stitches.
• He was always good at making up jokes to lighten the mood.

Refers to a witty remark, often quick and clever, sometimes used in a sarcastic way.

• His quip about the meeting was both funny and true.
• She always came up with clever quips during conversations.

Used in more formal or old-fashioned language to describe a humorous remark or act, often highlighting good-natured humor.

• He said it in jest, but she took it seriously.
• Their friendly jests made the evening more enjoyable.

This is also a word meaning to choke or retch, usually from the throat closing up. It's often used when describing an uncomfortable physical reaction.

• The smell of the garbage made her gag.
• He gagged on the oversized pill.

A broad term used in everyday language to describe something said or done to make people laugh. It can be spoken, written, or even acted out.

• She told a funny joke at the party that had everyone in stitches.
• I didn't mean to offend; it was just a joke.

A brief and witty remark, often made quickly and on the spot. It usually carries a sense of cleverness and sometimes sarcasm.

• His quip about the weather had everyone chuckling.
• She responded with a quick quip that left him speechless.

Typically used in a more formal or old-fashioned context, it implies something said or done as a joke. It's often used when the intention is clearly to amuse.

• He said it in jest, not meaning to hurt anyone.
• The king enjoyed the jester's entertaining jests.