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as in comedian
a person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor
the pundits and political wits will get a lot of mileage out of the senator's latest gaffe
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as in wisdom
the ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters
he doesn't even have the wit to know when to come in out of the rain
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3
as in mind
usually wits plural
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
scared out of her wits
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as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
lacked the wit to see that the war was unwinnable
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as in sanity
the normal or healthy condition of the mental abilities
scared out of her wits
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Recent Examples of wit
Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 May 2025
With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 May 2025
As Mortensen talked, her children cut in, sharing stories about their mother’s influence and wit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2025
Her first few episodes have been a masterclass in subtle class and wit.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
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Natalie Portman will bring her fierce intelligence, intensity, brilliance and wit to illuminate Rosalind.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 8 May 2025
With sharp wit, bold music, and intimate character portrayals, the show breaks stereotypes and offers a rare, multifaceted depiction of Muslim women unlike most representations in Western media.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 1 May 2025
As Mortensen talked, her children cut in, sharing stories about their mother’s influence and wit.
—Carolyn Komatsoulis, Idaho Statesman, 30 Apr. 2025
Her first few episodes have been a masterclass in subtle class and wit.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 29 Apr. 2025
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“Wit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wit. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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