When we call someone witty, we are typically ascribing to them the quality of clever humor. This has not always been the case: witty (and the word it is formed from, wit) originally referred to intelligence or good judgment.
Demonstrating wit in expression, especially in speech or writing; clever and humorous: a witty commentator on the political scene. 2. Characterized by or having the nature of wit; funny or jocular: a witty saying. 3. Entertainingly and strikingly clever or original in concept, design, or performance: a witty sculpture; witty choreography.
WITTY meaning: 1. using words in a clever and funny way: 2. using words in a smart and funny way: 3. using words…. Learn more.
WITTY definition: possessing wit in speech or writing; amusingly clever in perception and expression. See examples of witty used in a sentence.
Definition of witty adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Someone or something that is witty is amusing in a clever way. His plays were very good, very witty. He is a very witty speaker.
amusingly clever in perception and expression: a witty writer. characterized by wit: a witty remark. clever. bef. 900; Middle English; Old English wittig origin, originally, wise. See wit1, - y1. wit′ti ness, n. 1. 2. droll, funny, original, sparkling, brilliant. See humorous. 1. 2. dull, stupid.
witty: Demonstrating wit in expression, especially in speech or writing; clever and humorous.
Witty definition: Demonstrating wit in expression, especially in speech or writing; clever and humorous.