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
    1. Given to jesting; habitually jolly.
    2. 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.

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gaiety

gaily

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