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Facetious

Verb / fʌˈsi:ʃʌs / Another word for facetious — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant.

Synonyms & similar words

tongueincheek bantering humorous witty funny amusing jocular comical playful ironic satirical sarcastic lighthearted whimsical mischievous teasing joking bantering quipster jesting jokey laughable

Example sentences

  1. He made a facetious remark about the teacher's new haircut.
  2. She couldn't tell if he was being serious or facetious.
  3. His facetious tone didn't go over well during the serious meeting.
  4. The comedian's facetious jokes had the audience in stitches.
  5. Sometimes it's best to avoid being facetious in a professional setting.

Quotes

  • Facetiousness is allowable when it is the most proper instrument of exposing things apparently base and vile to due contempt. - Isaac Newton
  • The test of a real comedian is whether you laugh at him before he opens his mouth. - George Jean Nathan
  • Employ every economy consistent with thoroughness, accuracy and reliability. - Arthur C. Nielsen

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