What is another word for wit?

Common synonyms for wit include card, mentality, brain, learningability, witticism.

What is the opposite of wit?

Antonyms of wit include stupidity, foolishness, ignorance, density, obtuse.

Synonyms for

Wit

Verb / wɪt / Another word for wit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Wit is the ability to use words in a clever and humorous way.

Synonyms & similar words

card mentality brain learningability witticism wag wittiness humour brainpower mentalcapacity humor humor cleverness intelligence quickness sarcasm joke pun wordplay banter raillery repartee facetiousness irony satire wisecrack quip jokester comedian humorist wag

Synonyms by register

Formal

intellect sagacity acumen discernment

Informal

smarts brains savvy gumption

Literary

quip epigram spark

Antonyms

stupidity foolishness ignorance density obtuse unintelligent

Common collocations

quick wit
sharp wit
dry wit
sense of wit
display wit
lose one's wit
wit and wisdom

Word family

noun wit

verb wit

adjective witty

adverb wittily

Usage note

Wit refers to the ability to say or write clever and funny things. It can also refer to a person possessing this ability. Be careful not to confuse 'wit' with 'whet'.