jest
UK/dʒest/US
GREC2
Definitions
v.
To speak or act in a playful, joking way; to make fun of someone or something.
开玩笑，说笑，嘲弄
n.
A joke or playful remark; something said or done for amusement.
笑话，玩笑
Root Breakdown
Native Englishjestother
=jest
Example Sentences
- 1.
He made a jest about the politician's awkward speech delivery.
- 2.
The comedian's jests made the audience roar with laughter.
- 3.
She would often jest about her own failures to lighten the mood.