What is another word for banteringly?

Pronunciation: [bˈantəɹɪŋlɪ] (IPA)

Banteringly is an adverb that indicates someone speaking in a playful and teasing manner. There are several other synonyms for this word that can be used interchangeably in different contexts. Some of these include jocularly, facetiously, teasingly, jovially, playfully, humorously, and lightheartedly. Each of these synonyms represents a slightly different nuance in tone or context, but they all share the idea of light-hearted conversation. Banteringly is often used in social settings, such as parties, gatherings, or just hanging out with friends. It is a way for people to bond and connect through laughter and playful teasing.

What are the hypernyms for Banteringly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Banteringly

"I don't think I shall believe that," said the Resident, banteringly; but as he spoke she looked up at him so searchingly that even he, the middle-aged man of the world, felt disconcerted, and rather welcomed the coming of the little rosy-faced doctor, who advanced on tiptoe, and with a look of mock horror in his face, as he said, softly: "Let me come here, my dear.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn
"Dick, Dick," he said banteringly, "what a fierce wooer you are!
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
"Ye look right sensibly like a picture outen ther Bible of Rebekkah at the well," he banteringly announced, and the girl flushed.
"The Tempering"
Charles Neville Buck

Famous quotes with Banteringly

  • So she said banteringly: "What's the unit of exchange in this different world of yours?" He did not hesitate. "The tear." "It isn't fair," she objected. "Some people have to work very hard for a tear. Others can have them just for thinking." "What system of exchange is fair?" he cried, and his voice sounded as if he were really drunk. "And whoever invented the concept of fairness, anyway? Isn't everything easier if you simply get rid of the idea of justice altogether? You think the quantity of pleasure, the degree of suffering is constant among all men? It somehow comes out in the end? You think that? If it comes out even it's only because the final sum is zero."
    Paul Bowles

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