Witticism (Noun)
Meaning
A message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The comedian's witticism about marriage being a three-ring circus left the audience in stitches.
- Her witticism about the difficulties of dieting, "I'm not lazy, I'm just on energy-saving mode," was widely shared on social media.
- The playwright's witticism, "A man who can't make a living should make a fortune," was a highlight of the evening.
- At the awards ceremony, the host's witticism about the nominees' outfits, "I see some of you dressed to impress, and others dressed to express," brought the house down.
- The writer's witticism, "I have a new diet where I only eat what I like, and I've lost nothing but my boyfriend," showcased her quick wit and humor.