10 Questions
Which of the following words best describes a loud, hearty laugh?
guffaw
What is the meaning of the word 'jest' in the context of upbeat banter?
To speak jokingly
Which word is most similar in meaning to 'rejoice'?
cheer
What is the meaning of the word 'lilt' in the context of upbeat banter?
A happy, cheerful tone
Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to 'crow'?
exclaim
What is the tone conveyed by the words listed?
Playful
Which of the following words is most closely related to a loud, joyful sound?
Guffaw
What is the common theme among the words listed?
Ways of expressing joy
Which word is most closely related to a happy, enthusiastic utterance?
Gush
What is the purpose of using words like those listed?
To create a lighthearted atmosphere
Study Notes
Vocabulary for Upbeat Banter
- Cheer is a verb that means to express joy or approval.
- Chortle is a loud, gleeful laugh, often used to express amusement.
- Chuckle is a low, stifled laugh, often used to express subtle amusement.
- Crow is a verb that means to express noisy, triumphant joy.
- Exclaim is a verb that means to express strong emotions or sudden feelings.
- Giggle is a light, silly laugh, often used to express playfulness.
- Guffaw is a loud, hearty laugh, often used to express loud amusement.
- Gush is a verb that means to express enthusiastic and excessive emotion.
- Jest is a noun that means a joke or a playful remark.
- Lilt is a verb that means to utter with a happy, musical tone.
- Marvel is a verb that means to express great surprise or admiration.
- Rejoice is a verb that means to feel or express great joy or triumph.
- Titter is a verb that means to laugh in a nervous or suppressed way.
Test your knowledge of words that convey a lighthearted and playful tone. Can you identify the correct meanings of these upbeat words?
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