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Kidding - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Kidding means joking or not being serious. It is often used to indicate that someone is teasing or saying something in a playful manner, not meant to be taken literally.

kidding

/ˈkɪdɪŋ/ /ˈkɪdɪŋ/

Definition:

Joking or teasing someone in a playful or lighthearted manner.

Synonyms:

joking, teasing, bantering, ribbing

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

serious, sincere

Common Collocations:

just kidding, kidding around, stop kidding

Derivatives:

kidder, kiddingly

Usage Tips:

Use "kidding" informally to indicate humor or sarcasm; often paired with "just" for emphasis.

Common Phrases:

just kidding, kidding aside, no kidding

Etymology:

Derived from "kid," meaning a young goat, later slang for a child or to tease playfully.

Examples:

  • 1. Are you kidding me?
  • 2. She was just kidding about the surprise party.
  • 3. Stop kidding around and focus on your work!
  • 4. No kidding, he actually won the lottery!

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