japing

The word “japing” has 2 syllables: ja-ping.

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒeɪpɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for japing?

In the thesaurus, “japing” has 23 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for japing along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for japing

  • banter
  • bantering
  • bother
  • caricature
  • delude
  • deride
  • funning
  • humiliate
  • insult
  • jesting
  • joke
  • joking
  • lampoon
  • laugh
  • mock
  • parody
  • quip
  • satirize
  • scoff
  • scorn
  • spoof
  • taunt
  • tease

Antonyms for japing

  • approve
  • compliment
  • flatter
  • praise

Meanings of japing

  • verb
    1. To jest; play tricks.
    2. To mock; deride.
    3. To have sexual intercourse with.
  • noun
    1. Japery; joking.

Example Sentences

  • The friends spent the afternoon japing about their favorite memories and shared experiences.
  • During the comedy show, the comedian had the audience japing with clever one-liners and witty observations.
  • In the lively discussion, the group enjoyed japing about the amusing quirks of their colleagues.
  • The playful banter between the siblings often involved good-natured japing to keep the atmosphere light.
  • The stand-up comedian had a talent for effortlessly japing at societal norms, eliciting laughter and reflection.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to japing, such as: approve, banter, bantering, bother, caricature, compliment, delude.

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