GRE Word List

JOCULAR

said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful

The meaning of the word jocular is said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful.

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WordMeaning
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
vivaciouslively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
ironicrelating to, containing, or constituting irony
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
quiescentmarked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion
conceitfavorable opinion