jocularity

• Nom désignant un caractère ou un comportement plaisant et enjoué, une plaisanterie légère ou une ambiance marquée par la gaieté et l'humour.

A noun referring to a feeling of facetious merriment, fun characterized by humor, or activity characterized by good humor.

1. Playful humorC1formal

   A feeling of lighthearted and playful merriment, often expressed through joking.

   Humour enjoué

   • The meeting was filled with a sense of jocularity that eased the tension.
   • His jocularity was infectious, making everyone around him smile.
   • Despite the serious topic, a hint of jocularity crept into the conversation.

   Synonymesdrolleryfacetiousnessjestingjocosenessjocosityjokinglevitymerrimentplayfulnesswaggishness

   Antonymesgravityseriousnesssolemnity

2. Fun characterized by humorC1formal

   Amusing or entertaining activity that is marked by a cheerful and humorous spirit.

   Plaisanterie humoristique

   • The party was an evening of pure jocularity and laughter.
   • Their jocularity during the game made it more enjoyable for everyone.
   • The comedian's performance was a masterclass in jocularity.

   Synonymesdrolleryfungaietyhumorjollityjovialitymerrimentmirthplayfulnesswit

   Antonymesgravityseriousnesssolemnity

3. Good-humored activityC1formal

   Activity that is characterized by a cheerful and good-natured sense of fun.

   Jovialité

   • The office retreat was marked by a spirit of jocularity and camaraderie.
   • His jocularity helped to lighten the mood during the long journey.
   • The debate was conducted with a surprising amount of jocularity.

   Synonymesbanterjestingjokinglevitymerrimentplayfulness

   Antonymesgravitygrimnessseriousnesssolemnity