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facezia — meaning in English

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English meaning

jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
wit noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.

Senses

facezia is used for these senses in English:

jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
wit A person who tells funny anecdotes or jokes; someone witty.

jest — full definition

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

wit — full definition

noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.
noun Practical intelligence or good sense (often plural, "wits").

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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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