joke
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