jests
/dʒɛsts/
NOUN
1. Jokes or humorous remarks
Things said or done to amuse people or provoke laughter; the plural form of jest.
1.1. Funny remarks or witty comments
Short humorous statements, clever observations, or amusing comments intended to entertain people or make them laugh.
Synonyms
- jokes
- quips
- witticisms
- wisecracks
- japes
- gags
- one-liners
Antonyms
- serious statements
- solemn remarks
- earnest comments
Examples
- His jests kept the audience entertained throughout the evening.
- She exchanged witty jests with her colleagues during lunch.
Related Words
- humor
- wit
- comedy
- punchlines
- puns
- repartee
- laughter
1.2. Teasing or mocking remarks
Humorous comments directed at someone or something, often intended to tease, ridicule, or make light of a particular person or situation.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- compliments
- praises
- expressions of respect
Examples
- His jests about their mistakes eventually upset the team.
- The speaker's jests at the politician's expense drew laughter from the crowd.
Related Words
VERB
2. Makes jokes or speaks humorously
Makes humorous remarks or speaks in a playful or teasing manner; the third-person singular simple present form of jest.
2.1. Tells jokes or makes witty remarks
Speaks humorously or makes amusing comments to entertain others or create a lighthearted atmosphere.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- speaks seriously
- speaks earnestly
- speaks solemnly
Examples
- He often jests about his own mistakes to make people laugh.
- She jests that her cat is the real owner of the house.
Related Words
- humor
- wit
- joking
- comedy
- witticisms
- repartee
2.2. Teases or makes fun of someone
Makes playful or mocking remarks about a person or thing, sometimes expressing criticism through humor.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- praises
- compliments
- commends
- respects
Examples
- He jests with his friends about their rival football teams.
- She jests at his tendency to arrive late for every meeting.