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

Millions and millions of people tuned in to watch Johnny Carson poke fun at everyone, identify and support up-and-coming comics, entertain with clever and timeless skits, bring on musical guests and tell jokes. —Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026

During the Saturday night show, which is usually at the T-Mobile Center, Chiefs players like Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce have participated in skits. —Jeff Fedotin, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

Nineteen years later, Victoria rewore the princess dress in a 2018 skit for British Vogue’s YouTube channel. —Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 31 May 2026

For a local’s perspective on life here, catch a live recording of the Lake Effect Radio Hour, something of a nonfiction Prairie Home Companion, featuring songs, stories, skits, and area history. —Charles Usher, Midwest Living, 26 May 2026

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