1. a joke or witty remark
2. playful or teasing behavior

1. to speak or act in a joking manner

Examples

• His comment was meant in jest, not as an insult.
• The comedian’s jests had the audience laughing all night.
• She spoke in jest when she said she would quit her job.
• Don’t take his words seriously—he’s only jesting.
• The king’s jester entertained the court with clever jests.
• I was just jesting when I said you looked tired.
• His playful jest lightened the mood in the room.