Definition of joke

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• joke is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
• joke is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
• joke is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of joke

• a ludicrous or grotesque act done for fun and amusement (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. antic
  2. caper
  3. prank
  4. put-on
  5. trick
• activity characterized by good humor (noun)

  Synonyms

  1. jest
  2. jocularity
• act in a funny or teasing way (verb)

  Synonyms

  1. jest
• a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter (noun)

  Examples

  1. he told a very funny joke

  Synonyms

  1. gag
  2. jape
  3. jest
  4. laugh
• tell a joke; speak humorously (verb)

  Examples

  1. He often jokes even when he appears serious

  Synonyms

  1. jest
• a triviality not to be taken seriously (noun)

  Examples

  1. I regarded his campaign for mayor as a joke

See definition of joke in Merriam Webster