joke

(noun, verb)

noun

1. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

- he told a very funny joke

Similar word(s): gag, jape, jest, laugh

Definition categories: communication, humor, humour, wit, witticism, wittiness

2. activity characterized by good humor

Similar word(s): jest, jocularity

Definition categories: act, diversion, recreation

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

Similar word(s): antic, caper, prank, trick

Definition categories: act, diversion, recreation

4. a triviality not to be taken seriously

- I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke

Definition categories: attribute, pettiness, puniness, slightness, triviality

Sentences with joke as a noun:

- It was a joke!

- Your effort at cleaning your room is a joke.

- The president was a joke.

verb

1. tell a joke; speak humorously

- He often jokes even when he appears serious

Similar word(s): jest

Definition categories: communication, communicate, intercommunicate

2. act in a funny or teasing way

Similar word(s): jest

Definition categories: body, act, behave, do

Sentences with joke as a verb:

- to joke a comrade