Witted: meaning, definitions and examples

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witted

 

[ ˈwɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

mental sharpness

The term 'witted' refers to possessing mental sharpness or quickness of mind. When someone is described as witted, it often implies that they can grasp ideas quickly, think critically, and respond intelligently to different situations. This quality can manifest in various forms, including cleverness, astuteness, and quick-wittedness. People who are witted are often able to engage in witty banter, solve problems effectively, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Synonyms

clever, quick-witted, sharp

Examples of usage

  • She always knew the right thing to say due to her witted nature.
  • His witted responses made him the life of the party.
  • It’s impressive how witted he is when it comes to solving puzzles.

Translations

Translations of the word "witted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sagaz

🇮🇳 चतुर

🇩🇪 geistreich

🇮🇩 cerdas

🇺🇦 розумний

🇵🇱 bystry

🇯🇵 頭の良い

🇫🇷 intelligent

🇪🇸 inteligente

🇹🇷 zeki

🇰🇷 영리한

🇸🇦 ذكي

🇨🇿 inteligentní

🇸🇰 inteligentný

🇨🇳 聪明的

🇸🇮 pameten

🇮🇸 snjallur

🇰🇿 ақылды

🇬🇪 ჭკვიანი

🇦🇿 ağıllı

🇲🇽 inteligente

Etymology

The word 'witted' is derived from the Old English 'wita', which means 'knowledge' or 'wisdom'. It has roots in Germanic languages, where it connotes the idea of intelligence or mental acuity. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe not just raw intellect but also the ability to apply that intelligence in practical and social contexts. The suffix '-ed' indicates a state or quality, thus framing 'witted' as having the characteristics of wisdom or sharpness. The usage of 'witted' in English literature dates back to the medieval period, often employed to describe characters with notable cleverness in various texts, establishing its place in the lexicon of adjectives that denote mental prowess.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,270, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.