witty
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At the time of her death, Queen Camilla led the tributes, describing her as a legend and a "wonderfully witty and compassionate friend".
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Mary Bennet cares very little about finding a husband because all she’s ever heard is that she isn’t pretty or witty enough.
From Salon • May 20, 2026
Some 200 witty, fragile, furious and strident works are on view here.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026
Weaving finds herself in a somewhat similar role in “Over Your Dead Body” and this uneven action-comedy is anchored by her had-it-up-to-here performance, which provides a witty insight into marriage that the film otherwise ignores.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
Her eyebrows are raised, her tone is teasing, but when I can't think of anything witty to say back, her question hovers in the room, a reminder of the apology she's really come for.
From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour
Vocabulary lists containing witty
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 2
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The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
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"Everyday Use" by Alice Walker
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