Synonyms for
Wits
Definition
The ability to think and reason; intelligence.
Synonyms & similar words
mentalcapacity
learningability
humour
mentality
humor
witticism
card
wit
marbles
brain
wittiness
brainpower
wag
intelligence
cleverness
brainpower
smarts
wit
acumen
astuteness
discernment
judgment
perception
reasoning
sense
sharpness
creativity
imagination
ingenuity
resourcefulness
shrewdness
wisdom
prudence
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- lose one's wits
- gather one's wits
- at one's wits' end
- sharp wits
- quick wits
- test one's wits
- wit and wisdom
Word family
Usage note
Often used in the plural form 'wits' to refer to one's mental faculties or intelligence. 'At one's wits' end' is a common idiom indicating extreme frustration or perplexity.
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Example sentences
- She had to use all her wits to escape from the maze.
- His quick wits helped him come up with a solution to the problem.
- You need to have a lot of wits to be successful in business.
- The detective used his wits to solve the mystery.
- She had the wit to make a joke and lighten the mood.
Quotes
The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits.
Wit is the lowest form of humor.
The more wit the less courage.