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Joke meaning

What does “joke” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“joke” is a noun and verb with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter.

joke

noun

  1. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

    “he told a very funny joke”

    “he knows a million gags”

    Synonymsgaglaughjestjape

  2. activity characterized by good humor

    Synonymsjestjocularity

  3. a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement

    Synonymsanticpranktrickcaperput-on

  4. a triviality not to be taken seriously

    “I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke”

verb

  1. tell a joke; speak humorously

    “He often jokes even when he appears serious”

    Synonymsjest

  2. act in a funny or teasing way

    Synonymsjest

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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