Definition of Facetious
Facetious
fa·ce·tious


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(adjective)
flippant, as to joke or jest in an inappropriate manner;

e.g. He was attempting to be charming, but came off acting facetious.

(adjective)
meant to be funny and not serious;

e.g. His facetious remark fell flat against the tension in the room.





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