Quipster: meaning, definitions and examples

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quipster

 

[ ˈkwɪpstər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

humorous person

A quipster is a person known for making clever or witty remarks. This term often refers to someone who has a talent for humor and enjoys being playful with language, often employing puns or clever wordplay.

Synonyms

humorist, joker, punster, wit

Examples of usage

  • At the party, he was the quipster who kept everyone laughing.
  • She is a quipster by nature, always ready with a funny comeback.
  • His reputation as a quipster precedes him, as he never misses a chance to make a joke.

Translations

Translations of the word "quipster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pessoa espirituosa

🇮🇳 मज़ेदार व्यक्ति

🇩🇪 Witzbold

🇮🇩 orang yang suka bercanda

🇺🇦 жартівник

🇵🇱 dowcipniś

🇯🇵 冗談好きな人

🇫🇷 farceur

🇪🇸 bromista

🇹🇷 şakacı

🇰🇷 장난꾸러기

🇸🇦 شخص مرح

🇨🇿 vtipálek

🇸🇰 vtipárov

🇨🇳 爱开玩笑的人

🇸🇮 šaljivček

🇮🇸 brandari

🇰🇿 әзілқой

🇬🇪 ხუმარა

🇦🇿 şaka edən

🇲🇽 bromista

Etymology

The word 'quipster' is derived from 'quip', which means a witty remark or a clever twist of phrase, and the suffix '-ster', which denotes a person associated with a particular activity or quality. 'Quip' itself can be traced back to the late 16th century, originating from the Latin 'quippe', which means 'indeed' or 'forsooth'. The formation of 'quipster' began to emerge in the early 20th century, as the appreciation for humor that incorporates wit and cleverness grew in popularity. This term reflects a culture that values linguistic playfulness and the ability to think on one’s feet in social contexts, becoming a staple description for those who engage actively in clever repartee.