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

That night, Kelce also made an appearance in a skit parodying the NFL frenzy surrounding their romance. —Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 24 June 2025

Serling’s creative baby teeth were first cut at home with family storytelling, puppet shows, and skits. —Jody Mamone, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2025

England said there will be a ceremony, music from a live band, honoring longtime members of the African American Community, and skits about Dred Scott and Harriet Tubman. —Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025

The raucous event includes musical performances, skits and an auction for big-ticket items. Tickets, starting at $75, are available at bigslickkc.org or T-MobileCenter.com. —Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 30 May 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