What does JAPES mean?

Japes

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

• Noun: humorous or playful activity or behavior; a practical joke or prank
• Verb: to play a trick or practical joke; to jest or joke around

Pronunciations:

• US: /dʒeɪps/
• UK: /dʒeɪps/

Origin and Usage:

The word "japes" originated from the Middle English word "japen" which means "to trick" or "to deceive". It has been used in English literature since the 14th century and has been popularized in modern usage through British humor and comedy.

Synonyms:

• prank
• gag
• hoax
• trick
• joke

Related Words:

• joker
• funny
• humor
• laugh
• smile

Example Sentences:

• He played japes on his coworkers, but they never got angry because they knew he was just joking around.
• The comedians japes had the audience laughing uncontrollably.
• She japed that she was a famous singer, and everyone believed her until she revealed the truth.
• The group of friends enjoyed playing japes on each other, and it brought them closer together.