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joshing

The word “joshing” has 2 syllables: josh-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈʤɒʃɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for joshing?

In the thesaurus, “joshing” has 295 synonyms and 56 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for joshing

Antonyms for joshing

  • annoying
  • bad
  • boring
  • certain
  • common
  • depressed
  • depressing
  • disagreeable
  • dramatic
  • dull
  • flattery
  • formal
  • gloomy
  • grave
  • hateful
  • heavy-hearted
  • logical
  • mean
  • morose
  • normal
  • practical
  • praise
  • rational
  • real
  • realistic
  • reasonable
  • repulsive
  • respectful
  • responsible
  • reverent
  • sad
  • sensible
  • serious
  • seriousness
  • smart
  • sober
  • solemn
  • standard
  • surly
  • tiring
  • tragic
  • traumatic
  • troubled
  • unamusing
  • uncomical
  • unenjoyable
  • unfriendly
  • unfunny
  • unhappy
  • unpleasant
  • unsociable
  • upset
  • usual
  • wise
  • work
  • worried

Meanings of joshing

  • verb
    1. To tease someone in a kindly or friendly fashion.
    2. To make or exchange good-natured jokes.

Example Sentences

  • He was just joshing with her when he said he would move to another city.
  • They all knew he was joshing, but still couldn't help but laugh.
  • She didn’t take offense, she knew he was only joshing.
  • They were joshing around during the meeting, making everyone chuckle.
  • I thought he was serious at first, but he was only joshing.

On this page you'll find 351 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to joshing, such as: Mickey Mouse, absurd, affable, agreeable, airy, amiable, amusing.

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