ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Epigram

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɛpɪɡɹæm/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Epigram is a noun meaning A brief but witty saying.

Meaning

A brief but witty saying.

More Meanings

  1. A short, witty or pithy poem.
  2. (obsolete) An inscription in stone.

Example Sentences

The second has written a sonnet upon the mutability of woman, And the third writes an epigram to Candidia.

Word Forms

Synonyms for epigram

Depending on context, synonyms include quip.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include quip, epigramme, epigrammist, epigrammatizer, epitaphic, parapegm.

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