witticism

[ wit-uh-siz-uhm ]

noun

1. a witty remark or sentence.

   Synonyms: wisecrack, sally, quip, jest, joke

witticism

/ ˈwɪtɪˌsɪzəm /

noun

1. a clever or witty remark

Word History and Origins

Origin of witticism¹

1645–55; derivative of witty, modeled on criticism

Word History and Origins

Origin of witticism¹

C17: from witty ; coined by Dryden (1677) by analogy with criticism

Example Sentences

The saying — believed to be a witticism about Parker’s own romantic foibles — has been used on the show in some form at least a dozen times since 1985, according to the fan-operated J! archive.

From Los Angeles Times

Incidentally, it’s not the first time the adage — believed to be a witticism about Parker’s own romantic foibles — has been used on the show.

From Los Angeles Times

The spit move returns, at different angles, along with deadpan double takes and witticisms.

From New York Times

Quick-hit content of Rife’s crowd work has gone viral so frequently, the stand-up is now synonymous with off-the-cuff witticisms.

From Los Angeles Times

"Bamboozled by Jesus" documents Orji's life through the lens of faith, biblical stories and witticisms.

From Salon

Related Words

• gibe
• wisecrack