Grin and Jest

Grin

Grin verb - To express an emotion (as amusement) by curving the lips upward.
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Synonyms for Grin

Jest and grin are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jest" instead a verb "Grin".

Nearby Word: grinned

Jest

Jest verb - To make jokes.

Grin and jest are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Grin" instead a verb "Jest".

Nearby Words: jesting, jested, jester, jestingly

How words are described

good good grin good jest
playful playful grin playful jest
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