Badinage(noun)
Playful teasing or light, witty joking.
Hindi meaning:हँसी-मज़ाक
Synonyms: Banter, Raillery, Repartee, Pleasantry
Antonyms: Seriousness, Solemnity, Gravity, Earnestness
Example: Their conversation was full of friendly badinage during the break.
Trick to remember: Badinage = badi friendly talk + nage like nudging
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