Definitions:

1. Implies that the person is not being entire serious and that their words or actions are meant for fun or humor. ADJECTIVE
   • Even though he was jesting, she couldn't help but laugh at his playful remarks.
2. To make jokes or speak humorously, often not to be taken seriously. VERB
   • He was jesting when he said he'd run for president.
3. Usually associated with lighhearted joking that is meant to be amusing rather than offensive. ADJECTIVE
   • They spent the evening jesting about old times and laughing at their shared memories.

Synonyms:

• bantering
• fooling around
• jocular
• joking
• teasing

NearBy Words:

• jestingly