jocose
The word “jocose” has 2 syllables: jo-cose.
It's pronounced as /dʒoʊˈkoʊs/.
What is synonym and antonym for jocose?
In the thesaurus, “jocose” has 4 synonyms and 25 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for jocose along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for jocose
- cheerful
- festive
- jolly
- merry
Antonyms for jocose
- abject
- aggrieved
- anguished
- blue
- crestfallen
- crying
- dejected
- depressed
- despondent
- disconsolate
- discontented
- disheartened
- dispirited
- downcast
- forlorn
- glum
- heartbroken
- lugubrious
- melancholy
- sad
- saddened
- sorrowful
- unhappy
- wailing
- weeping
Meanings of jocose
- adjective
- Given to jesting; habitually jolly.
- Playful; characterized by joking.
Example Sentences
- His jocose remarks lightened the mood at the party.
- The comedian’s jocose nature made him a favorite among the audience.
- Despite the serious topic, she maintained a jocose attitude throughout the meeting.
- The jocose banter between the friends was a highlight of the evening.
- The novel’s jocose protagonist added a touch of humor to the storyline.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jocose, such as: abject, aggrieved, anguished, blue, cheerful, crestfallen, crying.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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