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jesting

|jest-ing|

/ˈdʒɛstɪŋ/

(jest)

humorous act

Base Form	Plural	3rd Person Sing.	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle
jest	jests	jests	jested	jested	jesting

Etymology

Etymology Information

'jest' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'gest,' where 'gest' meant 'a tale or story.'

Historical Evolution

'gest' transformed into the modern English word 'jest' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a tale or story,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a joke or humorous remark.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

present participle of 'jest'.

They were jesting about the upcoming event.

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Adjective 1

characterized by joking or humor.

His jesting remarks lightened the mood.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45