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Synonyms of witticism
something said or done to cause laughter
- a drama critic who is best remembered for his biting witticisms
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Words Related to witticism
- knee-slapper,
- panic
- [slang],
- riot,
- scream,
- thigh-slapper
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The first known use of witticism was in 1651
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