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Meaning of Clever Remark
A clever remark is a comment or statement that is witty, humorous, and insightful, often made in a social or conversational setting.
Etymology of Clever Remark
The word "remark" comes from the Old French "remarquer", meaning "to notice" or "to observe", which is derived from the Latin "remarcare", meaning "to mark again" or "to notice again".
The word "clever" comes from the Old English "clēver", meaning "skilled" or "learned", which is derived from the Latin "clērus", meaning "skilled" or "learned".
Synonyms
witty remark
clever quip
humorous comment
funny observation
astute observation
sharp comment
incisive remark
clever joke
humorous jest
witty riposte
clever retort
humorous rejoinder
clever comeback
witty repartee
clever bon mot
humorous witticism
clever sally
humorous quirk
clever aside
humorous gibe
clever jibe
witty remark
clever quip
humorous comment
funny observation
astute observation
sharp comment
incisive remark
clever joke
humorous jest
witty riposte
clever retort
humorous rejoinder
clever comeback
witty repartee
Definitions
- A clever remark is a comment or statement that is witty, humorous, and insightful, often made in a social or conversational setting, according to Oxford Languages.
- * It can also refer to a remark that is cleverly worded or expressed, often with the intention of being humorous or ironic.
Usage Examples
- She made a clever remark about the movie that left everyone in stitches.
- * He was known for his clever remarks, which often caught his friends off guard.
- * The comedian's clever remark about politics sparked a heated debate.
Antonyms
dull comment
boring observation
unfunny joke
unhumorous remark
stupid quip
foolish comment
silly observation
ridiculous joke
absurd remark
idiotic comment
foolish observation
silly quip
ridiculous comment
absurd joke
idiotic remark
foolish joke
silly remark
ridiculous observation
absurd comment
idiotic observation