jest
1. [ noun ] a humorous anecdote or remark
Synonyms: joke gag jape yak wheeze laugh
Related terms: wit dirty_joke shaggy_dog_story ethnic_joke belly_laugh one-liner funny_story sick_joke sight_gag in-joke punch_line joke joke gag
2. [ verb ] tell a joke; speak humorously
Synonyms: joke
Examples:

"He often jokes even when he appears serious"

Related terms: communicate horse_around gag pun ridicule joker
3. [ verb ] act in a funny or teasing way
Synonyms: joke
Related terms: act clown joke joker
4. [ noun ] activity characterized by good humor
Synonyms: joke jocularity
Related terms: diversion drollery leg-pull pleasantry joke
Similar spelling:   Jesuit