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WIT-ee/ˈwɪti/

Witty means cleverly and amusingly expressed: a witty remark, witty copy. Funny is everyday and broader; solemn sits opposite. A press line before midnight is still a leak, however sharp.

Meaning

Cleverly and amusingly expressed.

Examples

• “A witty press line is still a leak if it lands before midnight.”
• “Funny is everyday. Wry (this batch) is drier. A line is comms. A clock is the rule. Wait for the lift; then be clever.”

Good to know

Cleverly funny. Everyday: funny. Drier twin: wry (this batch). Wit ≠ a lifted embargo.

Near in meaning

funny

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