quip
Say it: KWIP /kwɪp/ · noun
What “quip” means
A short, clever remark that makes people laugh.
More precisely: A short, clever, witty remark.
Example: “His quip about the painfully slow Wi-Fi broke the tension in the meeting.”
When to use it
Use it for a quick, witty comment that neatly captures something funny, especially during an ordinary conversation.
Similar words
witticism, one-liner, wisecrack
Quick check
Seeing an enormous suitcase, your friend says, “Have you packed the house too?” That short, clever remark is…
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