Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bantering

verb

/ˈbæn.tərɪŋ/

Definition

The act of engaging in playful, teasing conversation.

Examples

After a long day at work, they enjoyed bantering over drinks at the bar.
The friends spent the evening bantering back and forth, sharing stories from their childhood.
Even when they disagreed, their bantering never turned serious or hurtful.

Meaning

Bantering involves light-hearted exchanges that can involve jokes and clever remarks, often among friends or acquaintances, intended to amuse rather than offend.