1. the quality or state of being humorous or playful
Usage: formal

Examples

• The professor’s jocosity made even the most difficult lectures enjoyable.
• His natural jocosity helped lighten the mood during tense meetings.
• The comedian’s jocosity was evident both on and off stage.
• She appreciated his jocosity but wished he could be serious when needed.
• The book’s jocosity made it a delightful read despite its complex subject matter.
• His jocosity sometimes masked his deeper concerns about the situation.