jester

The word “jester” has 2 syllables: jes-ter

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒɛstər/


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In the thesaurus, “jester” has 49 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for jester along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for jester

Meanings of jester

  • noun
    1. One who jests, jokes or teases.
    2. A person in colourful garb and fool's cap who amused a medieval and early modern royal or noble court.
    3. Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Southeast Asian genus Symbrenthia.

Example Sentences

  • The jester entertained the royal court with his witty remarks and acrobatic tricks.
  • In medieval times, the jester played a crucial role in providing comic relief to the king and his courtiers.
  • Despite his lowly status, the jester often wielded significant influence due to his ability to speak frankly to the king.
  • The jester's colorful costume and jingling bells never failed to bring smiles to the faces of the audience.
  • Behind his playful facade, the jester often hid astute observations about the workings of the kingdom.

On this page you'll find 49 synonyms or another words to jester, such as: actor, antic, banterer, buffoon, card, caricaturist, clown.

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