waggery

• Nom désignant un comportement espiègle ou malicieux, ainsi qu'une plaisanterie amusante.

A noun referring to playful or mischievous behavior, or a quaint and amusing jest.

1. Waggish behaviorC2formalbritish

   Playful or mischievous behavior, often characterized by joking or teasing.

   Espièglerie, plaisanterie

   • His constant waggery made him the life of the party.
   • The children's waggery was harmless but annoying to the teacher.
   • She was known for her waggery and quick wit.

   Synonymesbadinagebanterdrolleryfacetiousnessfoolingjestingjocularityjokingmischievousnessplayfulnessraillerysportivenessteasingwaggishness

   Antonymesearnestnessgravityseriousnesssolemnity

2. A quaint and amusing jestC2formalbritish

   A clever, amusing, or whimsical joke or remark.

   Plaisanterie facétieuse

   • He told a waggery that had everyone laughing.
   • The old man's waggery was full of wisdom and humor.
   • Her waggery about the situation lightened the mood.

   Synonymesdrolleryjapejokepleasantryquipsallywhimsywitticism