facetious
(fa-ce-tious)
3 syllables
Definition
adjective. making light of something usually regarded as serious or sacred; playfully or inappropriately humorous
Example Sentence
The teacher could not tolerate his facetious remarks.
Synonyms
flippant; pert; frivolous
Antonyms
sincere; earnest
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Rhymes
- specious
- facetious