Synonyms of witty

16 similar words · 16 opposite words

Another word for witty is quick. Other synonyms of witty are tongue-in-cheek, humorous, droll, entertaining and jocular. The opposite of witty is unfunny.

Synonyms and similar words for witty

facetious
humorousShowing humor; witty, jocular.
jocose
jocularHumorous, amusing or joking.
quickLively, fast-thinking, witty, intelligent.
lively
amusing
brightOf conversation, writing, etc.: imaginative or sparkling with wit; clever, witty.
divertingAmusing, distracting.
drollOddly humorous; whimsical, amusing in a quaint way; waggish.
entertainingVery amusing; that entertains.
piquant
quick on the drawCharacterized by rapid response, as to a verbal remark or to a new situation; quick to act.
quick-witted
sharpIntelligent.
tongue-in-cheekNot intended seriously; jocular or humorous.

brainless
lowbrowUnsophisticated, not intended for an audience of intelligence, education or culture.
stupid
witless
corny
hackneyed
lame
humorlessLacking humor or levity; serious; not funny, amusing, amused, or lighthearted.
uncomicNot comic.
unfunnyNot funny.
earnest
grave
serious
sober
solemn
somber

What is another word for witty?: Witty has 16 synonyms on Word.ws, such as quick, tongue-in-cheek, humorous, droll, entertaining and jocular.
What is the opposite of witty?: The opposite of witty is unfunny. Other antonyms of witty are humorless, lowbrow and serious.
What does witty mean?: Witty means clever; amusingly ingenious.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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