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Synonyms for

Jokingly

Adverb / ˈdʒəʊkɪŋli: / Another word for jokingly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a humorous or playful way

Synonyms & similar words

tongueincheek jestingly facetiously playfully teasingly humorously wittily facetiously amusingly lightheartedly merrily jovially jocularly sportively banteringly mockingly ridiculously ironically sarcastically satirically laughingly gleefully cheerfully

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Example sentences

  1. He jokingly told his friend that he was going to eat all his candy.
  2. She jokingly said that she was going to become a superhero.
  3. The teacher jokingly told the students that they would have to do homework over the weekend.

Quotes

  • "I'm not arguing. I'm just explaining why I'm right," he said jokingly.
  • "I'll be back," the robot said jokingly before entering the teleporter.
  • "I didn't know you were such a good cook," she said jokingly to her friend.

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