Daily Word

facetious

adjective

Definition

Facetious describes a comment or attitude that is not meant to be taken seriously or is intended to be humorous, often in a playful or flippant manner.

Examples

  • His facetious remarks during the meeting lightened the mood, but some took them the wrong way.
  • She made a facetious comment about the weather, saying it was 'just perfect for a picnic in the rain.'