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Meaning of wit
The primary meaning of the word "wit" is the natural ability to perceive and understand, a feeling or opinion about something, often humorous.
Etymology of wit
The word "wit" has its roots in Old English and Germanic, where it was associated with the concept of knowing or understanding, derived from the verb "witan," which means "to know"
Historically, the term has evolved to encompass various aspects of mental faculty, including intelligence, cleverness, and humor, with its modern connotations of clever speech or writing emerging in the 16th century
Synonyms
humor
satire
irony
sarcasm
cleverness
intelligence
ingenuity
creativity
imagination
humorism
jocularity
facetiousness
wittiness
quickness
sharpness
acuteness
keenness
astuteness
shrewdness
cunning
craftiness
sagacity
discernment
perception
insight
acuity
penetration
cleverness
witiness
banter
repartee
badinage
raillery
perspicacity
Definitions
- The ability to think and learn, or the capacity for rational thought and inference
- * The natural ability to perceive and understand, a feeling or opinion about something
- * Humor, satire, or irony, especially in speech or writing
Usage Examples
- She is known for her sharp wit and ability to come up with clever comebacks.
- * His wit and humor helped to diffuse the tense situation.
- * The comedian's quick wit and satire had the audience in stitches.
Antonyms
dullness
stupidity
foolishness
ignorance
obtuseness
denseness
heaviness
clumsiness
awkwardness
seriousness
solemnity
gravity
somberness
gloominess
humorlessness
witlessness
foolishness
absurdity
ridiculousness
silliness
stupidity
mindlessness