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jocosity vs sport

sport vs jocosity

jocosity and sport both are nouns.

jocosity is not a verb while sport is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
jocosity Yes No No No
sport Yes No Yes No
As nouns, sport is a hypernym of jocosity; that is, sport is a word with a broader meaning than jocosity:
  • jocosity: fun characterized by humor
  • sport: verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)
Other hypernyms of jocosity include fun, play.
jocosity (noun) sport (noun)
the trait of merry joking an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
fun characterized by humor the occupation of athletes who compete for pay
verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)
someone who engages in sports
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances
(Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine
jocosity (verb) sport (verb)
play boisterously
wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
Difference between jocosity and sport

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