jokingly

[ˈdʒəʊkɪŋli]

jokingly Definition

in a way that is intended to be amusing or not serious.

Using jokingly: Examples

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

  • Example

    He jokingly suggested that they should all quit their jobs and become rock stars.

  • Example

    She laughed jokingly and said she would never do such a thing.

  • Example

    He was jokingly referred to as the 'office clown.'

jokingly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jokingly

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Summary: jokingly in Brief

'Jokingly' [ˈdʒəʊkɪŋli] is an adverb that describes something done in a humorous or unserious manner. It is often used to indicate that someone is not being serious, as in 'He jokingly suggested that they should all quit their jobs and become rock stars.' Other examples include 'She laughed jokingly and said she would never do such a thing,' and 'He was jokingly referred to as the office clown.'