japery
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Definition
Noun: - Acting like a clown or buffoon: The act of behaving in a silly, foolish, or playful manner, often to amuse others. It involves joking, jesting, or engaging in playful trickery.
Usage
The word "japery" is a formal or literary term for clownish behavior or jesting. It describes the act or an instance of being a jester or buffoon, typically involving humor that is not sophisticated. It is often used to characterize frivolous or unserious conduct.
Examples
- The court jester's japery was intended to lighten the king's somber mood.
- His constant japery during the meeting undermined the seriousness of the discussion.
- The play included scenes of lighthearted japery to balance its tragic themes.
Advanced Usage
- "To engage in japery": To participate in or perform clownish acts.
- The comedian was known for engaging in witty japery on stage.
Variants and Related Words
- Jape (noun/verb): A joke or jest; to joke or jest.
- Noun: His comment was meant as a lighthearted jape.
- Verb: He would often jape with his colleagues.
- Japer (noun): A person who jests or acts like a buffoon.
- The old fool was the village's chief japer.
Synonyms
- Buffoonery: Silly or ridiculous behavior.
- Clowning: Behaving like a clown.
- Tomfoolery: Foolish or silly behavior.
- Prankishness: The quality of being fond of playing pranks.
Antonyms
- Sobriety: The state of being serious, solemn, or dignified.
- Gravity: Seriousness or importance of manner.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "All in good japery": Done as a harmless joke or jest.
- Do not be offended; it was all in good japery.
Noun
- acting like a clown or buffoon