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jestful

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈdʒɛstfəl/

KK: /ˈdʒɛstfəl/

adjective
Definition

Someone who enjoys making jokes and being playful.


Example

His jestful nature made every gathering more enjoyable.


Conversation
Sloth A
I love hanging out with people who have a jestful sense of humor.
Sloth B
Me too! It makes everything so much more fun.
Sloth A
Yeah, I think laughter really brings people together.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It's great to share those jestful moments.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jocular
playful
witty
Antonyms
serious
solemn
grave
Root Explanation

**Jestful** → It is formed from "jest" (from Old French *geste*, meaning a tale or story, which evolved to mean a joke or playful act) and "-ful" (meaning full of). The word "jestful" means full of jest or humor, characterized by playful or joking behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'full of' ('-ful') jokes or playful stories ('jest') — that's what makes them jestful.

Visually Confused Words
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restful
pestful
nestful
questful
feastful
chestful
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