JOCULARLY

Etymology

Adverb

jocularly (comparative more jocularly, superlative most jocularly)

In a jocular manner; humorously.

Synonyms

• humorously

• amusingly

• jokingly

Antonyms

• seriously

• straight-lacedly

Source: Wiktionary


Joc"u*lar*ly, adv.

Definition: In jest; for sport or mirth; jocosely.

JOCULAR

Joc"u*lar, a. Etym: [L. jocularis, fr. joculus, dim. of jocus joke. See Joke.]

1. Given to jesting; jocose; as, a jocular person.

2. Sportive; merry. "Jocular exploits." Cowper. The style is serious and partly jocular. Dryden.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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