Clever
Clever adjective - Given to or marked by mature intelligent humor.
Usage example: a clever joke that requires a little bit of thought on the part of the listener
Jesting and clever are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jesting" instead an adjective "Clever".
Nearby Words: cleverness, cleverly
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