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One's faculties or ability for intellectual thinking
“There, the Indian pair will be matching their wits against the world's best puzzle solvers.”
Good sense and sound judgment in practical matters
“Have you lost your wits? You, most of all, should know the depth of the villainy of those garments.”
Shrewd or spirited wisdom and resourcefulness
“Let him cast about and use his wit to get out of that impasse as he best can.”
The ability to solve difficult problems, often in original, clever, and inventive ways
The ability, and usually motivation, to assess and initiate things independently
Plural for the creative use of words and ideas for humor, or the aptitude for such
“Wain's poetry presents an example of the careful yet clever use of wit and wry humor to undercut the assumptions of tradition.”
Plural for the state or quality of being humorous, especially mischievously through words
“Practically every line drips with wit and intelligence. This is a film with a lot of memorable quotes, both funny and meaningful.”
Plural for a witty or funny person
“Hanahoe is a great wit and began the banter that day when congratulating Kerry on their 5-11 to 0-9 win.”
Plural for the use of acerbic or ironic language or behavior to mock or convey contempt
Plural for a storyteller, especially a person noted for telling stories with skill and wit
Plural for fluent or persuasive speaking or writing
Plural for harshness or sharpness in tone, nature or character
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