Jokes : a thing that someone says to cause amusement or laughter, especially a story with a funny punchline. Abuses : use (something) to bad effect or for a bad purpose; misuse. Criticism : the expression of disapproval of someone or something on the basis of perceived faults or mistakes. Taunts : a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone. Jibes : an insulting or mocking remark; a taunt.