facetiously

[fəˈsiːʃəsli]

facetiously Definition

in a way that is not serious and is intended to be humorous.

Using facetiously: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "facetiously" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He facetiously suggested that they should all jump off a cliff.

  • Example

    She responded facetiously, saying that she was actually a unicorn.

  • Example

    He said facetiously that he was the best singer in the world.

facetiously Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for facetiously

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Summary: facetiously in Brief

'Facetiously' [fəˈsiːʃəsli] is an adverb that describes something done in a way that is not serious and is intended to be humorous. It is often used in response to a question or statement in a playful manner, as in 'She responded facetiously, saying that she was actually a unicorn.' Synonyms include 'jokingly,' 'humorously,' and 'playfully.'