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celia — meaning in English

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English meaning

Celia name A feminine given name of Latin origin, introduced into English by Shakespeare in As You Like It.
jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.

Senses

celia is used for these senses in English:

Celia A en given name.
jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
joke An amusing story.
joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.

jest — full definition

noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
verb To joke or speak playfully rather than seriously.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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