banter
/ˈbæntər/
noun
- Friendly, playful, and teasing conversation.
- Good banter between coworkers can make the workday more enjoyable.
- The friends enjoyed light banter while waiting for the movie to start.
- His quick banter always made everyone laugh at parties.
Antonyms
verb
- To exchange playful, teasing remarks in a friendly way.
- She loves to banter with her brother about their favorite sports teams.
- The two comedians banter with each other on stage every night.
- They banter back and forth during lunch, never taking anything too seriously.