jocose
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈdʒoʊ.koʊs/
Definition
Playful or humorous in tone and manner.
Examples
His jocose nature made him popular at parties.
She responded to the criticism with a jocose remark, diffusing the tension.
The professor's jocose teaching style kept the students engaged.
How to Use jocose
- jocose remark (collocation)
- a comment that is humorous or playful — "Her jocose remark about the weather surprised everyone."
- jocose manner (collocation)
- a way of behaving that is humorous or playful — "He approached the difficult task with a jocose manner."
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