jestwise

/ˈdʒɛstwaɪz/

Definitions

1. adjective

given to jesting or joking, in a way that is playful and teasing, but not usually mean-spirited.

“The jestwise humorist’s quick wit and clever jokes won over the audience.”

2. noun

a person who is given to jesting or joking, in a playful and teasing way.

“The jestwise fellow in the group kept everyone laughing with his witty remarks.”

Synonyms

  • jesting
  • jocular
  • teasing
  • witty

Antonyms

  • gloomy
  • serious
  • sincere