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ribbingly

/ˈrɪbɪŋli/ · rib.bing.ly
adverb
  1. In a teasing or mocking manner. She was ribbingly sarcastic about the new policy, but deep down, she was worried.
  2. In a playful or joking way. He ribbingly pretended to be a superhero, but his sister saw right through it.
noun
  1. A teasing or mocking remark. Her ribbingly sarcastic comment caught him off guard.
Did you know? The word 'ribbingly' is often used in informal settings, such as among friends or in social media, to convey a lighthearted or playful tone.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 4 lookups Added Aug 4, 2026