witted

adjective

wit·​ted ˈwi-təd 

: having wit or understanding

—usually used in combination

dull-witted

quick-witted

Examples of witted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Variety has learned exclusively that Jason Bateman, who plays local weatherman Clark Forrest, and Linda Cardellini, who plays Floyd’s dry-witted wife Carol, will be submitted in the supporting actor (limited) and supporting actress (limited) categories, respectively, for Emmy consideration. —Clayton Davis, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026

Nailing the quick-witted, spitfire dialogue, all three leads demand attention with an electric chemistry and camaraderie. —James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Apr. 2026

Misato Morita is also back as Kaori Makimura, Ryo’s indispensable partner, while Fumino Kimura returns as the quick-witted detective Saeko Nogami. —Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 25 Mar. 2026

The quick-witted Hot Dog Dude worries about not being there for the commuters who rely on him for fuel for their long train ride ahead. —Grace Hase, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing witted

• dim-witted
• dull-witted
• fat-witted
• quick-witted
• ready-witted
• sharp-witted
• slow-witted
• thick-witted

Rhymes for witted

• fitted
• flitted
• gritted
• knitted
• pitted
• quitted
• acquitted
• admitted
• befitted
• committed
• emitted
• omitted

Kids Definition

witted

adjective

wit·​ted ˈwit-əd 

: having wit or understanding

—used in combination

quick-witted