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

The quick-witted Shalit, fond of bow ties, aimed to make his segments fun. — Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 12 June 2026

The voice that had so startled me belonged to our farmhand, Heisuke, a loyal but rather slow-witted man. — Literary Hub, 28 May 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

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