FACETE

Etymology

Adjective

facete (comparative more facete, superlative most facete)

(archaic) Facetious.

Source: Wiktionary


Fa*cete", a. Etym: [L. facetus elegant, fine, facetious; akin to facies. See Face, and cf. Facetious.]

Definition: Facetious; witty; humorous. [Archaic] "A facete discourse." Jer. Taylor. "How to interpose" with a small, smart remark, sentiment facete, or unctuous anecdote. Prof. Wilson.

– Fa*cete"ly, adv.

– Fa*cete"ness, n.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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