adverb
- in a mocking or teasing manner
Usage: somewhat archaic
Examples
- He spoke japingly about his friend’s new haircut.
- She japingly remarked that he was always late.
- The critic japingly dismissed the amateur performance.
- They japingly called him the ‘expert’ after his mistake.
- He japingly suggested they walk to the moon instead.
- She japingly told him he was a real genius.