facete Meaning, Definition & Usage

Fa*cete" adjective

Etymology

L. facetus elegant, fine, facetious; akin to facies. See Face, and cf. Facetious.

Definitions

1. Facetious; witty; humorous. Archaic "A facete discourse." Jer. Taylor.

   "How to interpose" with a small, smart remark, sentiment facete, or unctuous anecdote. Prof. Wilson.

   -- Fa*cete"ly, adv. -- Fa*cete"ness, n.