good-humored teasing; banter.

a humorous or jesting remark.

a courteous social remark used to initiate or facilitate a conversation

to exchange pleasantries.

a humorous action.

noun

criticism

noun

badinage , banter , bon mot , humor , jest , joke , joking , levity , merriment , quip , quirk , repartee , sally * , squib * , wit , witticism , civility , courtesy , politeness , propriety , drollery , fun , gesture , greeting , jocularity , jollity , raillery , remark , salutation , waggery