Meaning of the word jocular in English

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jocular

US /ˈdʒɑː.kjə.lɚ/
UK /ˈdʒɒk.jə.lər/

Adjective

fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful

Example:
His jocular remarks always lightened the mood in the office.
Despite the serious topic, the speaker maintained a jocular tone.