chiste — meaning in English

English meaning

• crack verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
• 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.
• point noun The sharp or narrow end of something.
• wit noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.

Senses

chiste is used for these senses in English:

• crack A sharply humorous comment; a wisecrack.
• jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
• joke An amusing story.
• point A purpose or objective, which makes something meaningful. [from 14th c.]
• wit Humour, especially when clever or quick.

crack — full definition

1. verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
2. verb To solve a difficult problem or figure something out.
3. verb To break down or give in under pressure, especially during questioning or stress.
4. verb To make a joke.
5. noun A thin line or split in a surface.

jest — full definition

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

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