FACETIOUS
(adj.sat, adj.)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Facetious.
How to pronounce facetious:
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Facetious - as an adjective satellite
Cleverly amusing in tone
Example: "A bantering tone"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Facetious - as an adjective
Treating serious issues with (often deliberately) inappropriate humour; flippant.
Example: "Robbie's joke about heather's appearance was just him being facetious."
Pleasantly humorous; jocular.
Example Sentences
"He made a facetious comment about the importance of being punctual."
"She couldn't help but make a facetious remark about his choice of outfit."
"The professor's facetious tone often confused his students."
"I hope you're being facetious, because your suggestion is absurd."
"His facetious attitude during the meeting irritated his colleagues."
Word Game Points
Is FACETIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, facetious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FACETIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is FACETIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, facetious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFACETIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is FACETIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, facetious is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFACETIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.