GRE Word List

JOCOSE

given to joking : merry

The meaning of the word jocose is given to joking : merry.

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WordMeaning
compellingthat compels: such as
obsidiana dark natural glass formed by the cooling of molten lava
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
repressto check by or as if by pressure : curb
longevitya long duration of individual life
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
anticlimaxthe usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated