GRE Word List

JOCOSE

given to joking : merry

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

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equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
prevalentgenerally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread
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dys-abnormal
bestialof or relating to beasts