Wisecrack: meaning, definitions and examples

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wisecrack

[ ˈwaɪz.kræk ]

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in a conversation

A wisecrack is a clever or funny remark made in a conversation, often used to make people laugh or lighten the mood.

Synonyms

banter, joke, quip

Examples of usage

He always has a witty wisecrack ready in any conversation.
Her wisecracks never fail to brighten up the atmosphere.

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social setting

To wisecrack means to make clever or funny remarks in a social setting, usually to entertain others or provoke laughter.

Synonyms

banter, joke, quip

Examples of usage

She loves to wisecrack during parties to keep everyone entertained.
His ability to wisecrack effortlessly makes him popular among his friends.

Translations

Translations of the word "wisecrack" in other languages:

🇵🇹 piada esperta

🇮🇳 चुटकुला

🇩🇪 Witz

🇮🇩 lelucon pintar

🇺🇦 дотеп

🇵🇱 dowcip

🇯🇵 ジョーク

🇫🇷 blague

🇪🇸 chiste

🇹🇷 espri

🇰🇷 농담

🇸🇦 مزحة ذكية

🇨🇿 vtip

🇸🇰 vtip

🇨🇳 俏皮话

🇸🇮 šala

🇮🇸 skopi

🇰🇿 әзіл

🇬🇪 ხუმრობა

🇦🇿 zarafat

🇲🇽 chiste

Word origin

The term 'wisecrack' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'wise' (showing good judgment or intelligence) and 'crack' (a sharp or witty remark). It has been used to describe humorous or clever comments in social interactions ever since.

See also: unwise, unwisely, wisdom, wisely.