Quickwitted
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkwɪkˈwɪt.ɪd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Quickwitted is an adjective meaning Mentally keen and alert.
Meaning
Mentally keen and alert.
Example Sentences
She was far too quick-witted to miss the implications of what he was saying.
Word Forms
- quick-witted
Synonyms for quickwitted
Depending on context, synonyms include sharp-witted, astute, brainy, bright, brilliant, clever.
Antonyms for quickwitted
Common opposites include slow-witted, addlebrained, addlepated, airheaded, bee-brained, beef-witted.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nimble, witty, clever, sharp-witted, quick-sighted, sharpwitted.
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