Definitions

1. noun

A term used in internet culture to describe the act of failing at a joke, meme, or other form of humor, often unintentionally.

“The comedian’s attempt at a stand-up routine ended in jeofail, and the audience fell silent.”

2. verb

To fail at making something humorous, often due to a lack of understanding or misjudgment of the audience’s tastes.

“The writer jeofailed at trying to be funny in his article, and it ended up being a total flop.”