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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

witticism

/ˈwɪtsɪkɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does witticism mean?

noun

A witty remark or joke, often made in a clever or humorous way. A witticism is a clever or humorous remark, often made in a quick or unexpected way.

Example

"The comedian's witticism about the politician's hair left the audience in stitches."

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