What is another word for wittily?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪtɪlɪ] (IPA)

Wittily is an adjective used to describe someone or something that is cleverly humorous and quick-witted. Some synonyms for the term "wittily" include astutely, ingeniously, amusingly, comically, humorously, and jocularly. These words can be used in place of "wittily" to highlight the cleverness, humor, and intelligence in writing, speaking, or behavior. Other synonyms for the word "wittily" include cleverly, drolly, facetiously, ironically, and puckishly. These synonyms can be used to describe instances of wit and humor that are well-timed, perceptive, and engaging. The use of such synonyms can help to create a more elaborate vocabulary, leading to more detailed and descriptive writing and speech.

What are the hypernyms for Wittily?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for wittily?

The antonyms for the word "wittily" are dull, humorless, serious, somber, and unamusing. If someone is not wittily, it means they lack the ability to be amusing or clever in their speech or writings. They might be boring or uninspiring in their conversations or presentations. Using the antonyms of wittily can be helpful when trying to communicate a more straightforward or sober tone, as opposed to being humorous or witty. Being humorless is not necessarily a negative quality, but rather a different way of expressing oneself. One can still be intelligent and insightful without being wittily.

What are the antonyms for Wittily?

Usage examples for Wittily

My room is as spacious and luxurious as heart can desire, lighted by half a dozen electric lamps, and with a private bath-room attached, which is itself nearly as large as the bedroom assigned me in the "swagger" hotel of New York-an establishment, by the way, of which it has been wittily said that its purpose is "to provide exclusiveness for the masses."
"America To-day, Observations and Reflections"
William Archer
Then one of the girls kissed him; and all at once he began to converse freely and most wittily.
"The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries"
W. Y. Evans Wentz
One of the best papers in the collection is an account of a visit to the studio of a well-known firm of West-End photographers in the character of a legal celebrity, which is wittily called "A Matter in Camera."
"The History of "Punch""
M. H. Spielmann

Famous quotes with Wittily

  • It has been more wittily than charitably said that hell is paved with good intentions; they have their place in heaven also.
    Robert Southey
  • How easie is it to call Rogue and Villain, and that wittily! But how hard to make a Man appear a Fool, a Blockhead, or a Knave, without using any of those opprobrious terms!
    John Dryden

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