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.
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A lot of De La Soul’s skits are as famous as your songs.
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Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2025
Inspired by a skit from Keegan-Michael Key of the famous comedy duo Key and Peele, Dowdle decided to gather his teammates and thrust his pelvis.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 14 Nov. 2025
However, Alec didn’t seem to find the skit as funny as his fellow commenters.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
Their skits could be a little unnerving.
—David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
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Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 20 Nov. 2025
Inspired by a skit from Keegan-Michael Key of the famous comedy duo Key and Peele, Dowdle decided to gather his teammates and thrust his pelvis.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 14 Nov. 2025
However, Alec didn’t seem to find the skit as funny as his fellow commenters.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025
Their skits could be a little unnerving.
—David Denby, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
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“Skit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skit. Accessed 24 Nov. 2025.
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skit
noun
: a humorous story or sketch
especially
: a sketch included in a dramatic performance
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