Definition of Facetious
Facetious
fa·ce·ti·ous


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(adjective)
Not meant to be taken seriously; humorous or playful.

e.g. She made a facetious comment about the weather to lighten the mood.

(adjective)
meant to be funny and not serious;

e.g. His facetious remark fell flat against the tension in the room.



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