Scoptical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Scoptical is an adjective meaning (obsolete) Jeering; jesting; jokey.
Meaning
(obsolete) Jeering; jesting; jokey.
Example Sentences
And therefore the Roman orator, discoursing of scoptical urbanity, or jesting, how far it was allowable in speeches and pleadings, lays down an excellent rule, fit to be owned by the most Christian charity, that two things were by no means to be made the subject of jest; namely, great crimes, and great miseries; […]
Synonyms for scoptical
Depending on context, synonyms include scoptic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scoptic, quizzacious, jocular, joculatory, joculary, quizzical.
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