Meaning & use
Jest
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A playful or humorous remark; something said or done for amusement rather than seriously.
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He meant it only in jest, but she took the comment personally.
The court jester's job was to jest and entertain the royal family.
A note on using this word
The phrase "in jest" signals that something was said playfully rather than sincerely, distinguishing humor from genuine intent.
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To joke or speak playfully, without serious intent.
Don't take it to heart, I was only jesting.
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