witticism

🇬🇧 UK/'witisizm/🇺🇸 US
GREB2

Definitions

n.

A clever, amusing remark or joke that shows intelligence and wit

妙语,俏皮话

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
wittother
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icrelating to, having the nature of
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ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=witticism

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her clever witticism about the politician's speech drew laughter from the audience.

  • 2.

    The dinner conversation was filled with witticisms and clever observations.

  • 3.

    He tried to lighten the mood with a quick witticism, but it fell flat.

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