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Jest
01
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
jests
02
activity characterized by good humor
to jest
01
to say something humorous or playful in a lighthearted manner
Intransitive
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
jest
3rd person singular
jests
Present participle
jesting
Past simple
jested
Past participle
jested
Examples
He liked to jest during meetings to lighten the mood and keep things relaxed.
02
to say or do something playfully or without serious intent
Intransitive
Examples
"Don’t jest with me about such serious matters," she said, frowning.
