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JOKINGLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does jokingly mean?
• JOKINGLY (adverb)
The adverb JOKINGLY has 2 senses:
1. in jest
2. not seriously
Familiarity information: JOKINGLY used as an adverb is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In jest
Synonyms:
jestingly; jokingly
Context example:
I asked him jokingly whether he thought he could drive the Calcutta-Peshawar express
Pertainym:
joking (characterized by jokes and good humor)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Not seriously
Synonyms:
facetiously; jokingly; tongue-in-cheek
Context example:
I meant it facetiously
Pertainym:
joking (characterized by jokes and good humor)
Context examples
He had been graver than usual of late, but very pleasant, and when jokingly accused of turning over a new leaf, he answered soberly, "So I am, and I mean this one shall stay turned."
(Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott)
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