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Joking: meaning, definitions and examples

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joking

 

[ หˆdส’oสŠ.kษชล‹ ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

in conversation

The act of making jokes or witty remarks, especially as a form of humor or entertainment.

Synonyms

banter, humor, jesting

Examples of usage

  • He was always quick with a joke, his joking nature making him popular among his friends.
  • She couldn't stop laughing at his joking during the party.
  • His joking often crossed the line and offended some people.
  • The joking between the two comedians kept the audience entertained throughout the show.
  • I appreciate your joking, but let's get back to the serious discussion.
Context #2 | Adjective

informal

Characterized by humor or playfulness; not serious.

Synonyms

humorous, light-hearted, playful

Examples of usage

  • She has a joking personality, always finding ways to make people laugh.
  • The joking tone of the conversation lightened the mood in the room.
  • He made a joking remark about the situation to ease the tension.
  • Despite his joking manner, he was a very intelligent individual.
  • His joking attitude helped him connect with others easily.

Translations

Translations of the word "joking" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น brincando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคœเคผเคพเค• เค•เคฐ เคฐเคนเฅ‡ เคนเฅˆเค‚

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช scherzend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bercanda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฐั€ั‚ัƒัŽั‡ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผartujฤ…c

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ†—่ซ‡ใ‚’่จ€ใฃใฆใ„ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท en plaisantant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bromeando

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸaka yaparak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋†๋‹ดํ•˜๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠู…ุฒุญ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลพertuje

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลพartuje

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅผ€็Žฉ็ฌ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกaliti se

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ grรญnast

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ำ™ะทั–ะปะดะตะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒฃแƒ›แƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ˜แƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zarafat edir

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bromeando

Etymology

The word 'joking' originated from the Middle English word 'joken', which meant to jest or make fun. Over time, the term evolved to refer to the act of making humorous remarks or engaging in playful banter. Joking has been a common form of social interaction throughout history, used to entertain, lighten the mood, and build connections between individuals. Today, joking remains a popular way to add humor and levity to conversations and interactions.

See also: jocular, joke, joker, jokingly.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,594, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.