Synonyms for

Joker

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

Definition

a person who tells or plays jokes

Synonyms & similar words

jokester turkey clown comedian entertainer humorist prankster wit funnyman jest jester trickster merry-andrew buffoon fool harlequin mummer punchinello zany histrion mimic satirist

Synonyms by register

Formal

buffoon clown wit wag

Informal

comedian prankster trickster goofball class clown

Literary

jestor fool mountebank

Antonyms

serious person straight man stoic dignitary leader responsible person

Common collocations

  • a real joker
  • joker card
  • joker in the pack
  • joker smile
  • joker face
  • joker laugh
  • joker hat

Word family

noun joker
verb joke

Usage note

While 'joker' can refer to a person who tells jokes, it often implies someone who plays pranks or is foolish. It can also refer to a playing card.

Example sentences

  1. The joker always had a funny joke to tell.
  2. The joker at the circus was very entertaining.
  3. My little brother loves to play the joker and make funny faces.
  4. The joker in the deck of cards is the wild card.
  5. The joker costume was very popular on Halloween.

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