skit

noun

ˈskit 

1

: a jeering or satirical remark : taunt

2

a

: a satirical or humorous story or sketch

b(1)

: a brief burlesque or comic sketch included in a dramatic performance (such as a revue)

(2)

: a short serious dramatic piece

especially : one done by amateurs

Examples of skit in a Sentence

One of the funniest skits in the show was about cheerleading.

Recent Examples on the Web

In the skit, SNL alums Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph play chatty talk show hosts with heavy New York accents. —Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Oct. 2025

The show always featured child, tween or teen performers singing, dancing and performing in skits. —Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025

From viral skits to personal storytelling, Alexandra Madison and Jon Bouffard have become a powerful presence in the TikTok universe, drawing in millions with an intimate blend of humor, transparency, and everyday tenderness. —Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 21 Oct. 2025

Live hosting debut kicked off with a fun callback to none other than the viral Domingo skit — with a modern pop twist. —Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2025

Word History

Etymology

origin unknown

First Known Use

circa 1727, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for skit

• bit
• brit
• britt
• chit
• fit
• flit
• grit
• hit
• it
• kitt
• knit
• lit

Kids Definition

skit

noun

ˈskit 

: a humorous story or sketch

especially : a sketch included in a dramatic performance