Jokingly/ˈdʒəʊkɪŋli/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Informality Used in casual conversations, not in formal writing or speeches. They jokingly called him the cookie monster at the party. Pro Tip 2/3Non-literal Expresses something not meant to be taken literally, but humorously. She jokingly accused me of stealing her idea for the prank. Pro Tip 3/3Light-hearted Tone Implies a light-hearted tone to make others laugh or smile. He jokingly said we should skip work and go to the beach instead.