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Joking
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johking
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Simple meaning
What does Joking mean?
Joking means speaking or acting playfully.
Dictionary definition
Speaking or acting playfully, often to make someone laugh.
Example sentences
Joking in a sentence
easy
I was joking when I said the pencil could dance.
medium
Her joking voice showed that she was not being serious.
hard
The narrator's joking tone helped readers understand the friendly mood.
Synonyms
Words like Joking
teasingUse for playful joking, as long as it stays kind.
kiddingUse for saying something playfully, not seriously.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Joking word family
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Practice 1
What does joking mean?
Joking means speaking or acting playfully.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses joking correctly?
The correct sentence uses joking in a natural English context.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to joking?
Kidding is close in meaning to joking in this context.
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