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.'
