Wit

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪt/

Wit (noun)

  1. the ability to say funny or clever things quickly
  2. the ability to think and understand quickly and clearly
  3. a person known for making clever and funny remarks

Examples

  • Her wit always lightens the mood during meetings.
  • He uses his wit to diffuse tense situations.

Common collocations: sharp wit, display wit, sense of wit, quick wit, use wit

Synonyms of Wit

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Wit

  • — Describing lack of intelligence or humor.
  • — Describing lack of sharpness or quickness.