joke meaning and definition

JOKE noun

Definition of joke (noun)

1. a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
   • "he told a very funny joke"; "he knows a million gags"; "thanks for the laugh"; "he laughed unpleasantly at his own jest"; "even a schoolboy's jape is supposed to have some ascertainable point"
   • synonyms: gag, jape, jest, laugh
2. activity characterized by good humor
   • synonyms: jest, jocularity
3. a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement
   • synonyms: antic, caper, prank, put-on, trick
4. a triviality not to be taken seriously
   • "I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke"

JOKE verb

Definition of joke (verb)

1. tell a joke; speak humorously
   • "He often jokes even when he appears serious"
   • synonyms: jest
2. act in a funny or teasing way
   • synonyms: jest