jape (noun)

1. The jape delivered by the stand-up comedian had a clever twist, showing the wit and creativity of the performance.

2. In the horror movie, the killer's jape before attacking his victim added an eerie and unsettling touch to the suspenseful scene.

3. The comedy film relied on witty japes and clever one-liners to keep the audience laughing throughout.

4. The playwright included a funny jape in the dialogue of the comedic character, creating a lighthearted moment in the play.