pleasantry

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Pleasantry without pungent seasoning may be seen in those "facetious" verbal conceits which our American cousins, and especially "yours trooly," Artemus Ward, have been fond of framing.

From History of English Humour, Vol. 2 by L'Estrange, Alfred Guy Kingan

Pleasantry is lighter and less vivid than wit.

From English Synonyms and Antonyms With Notes on the Correct Use of Prepositions by Fernald, James Champlin

A Mind which is gratified this Way is adapted to Humour and Pleasantry, and formed for an unconcerned Character in the World; and, like my self, to be a mere Spectator.

From The Spectator, Volume 2. by Addison, Joseph

Pleasantry is not appreciated in war; and the officer was arrested, but soon secured his release, and built the battery with men of ordinary height.

From The Naval History of the United States Volume 2 by Jackson, W. C.

For together with his seriouse, respectfull and humble Character, he had a mixture of Pleasantry and a becoming Boldness of Speech.

From Notes and Queries, Number 67, February 8, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by Bell, George