witticism
|wit/ti/cism|
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/ˈwɪtɪˌsɪzəm/
clever remark
Etymology
Etymology Information
'witticism' originates from the English word 'wit,' which comes from the Old English 'witan,' meaning 'to know.'
Historical Evolution
'witticism' evolved from the word 'wit' combined with the suffix '-icism,' forming a noun that denotes a witty remark.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a clever saying,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a clever or witty remark or saying.
His speech was full of witticisms that kept the audience entertained.
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