witted
adjective
witted
American
[wit-id]
/ ˈwɪt ɪd /
adjective
-witted
British
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of witted
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at wit 1, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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But Italy looked quicker witted and more ambitious throughout.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
He has had two coronary bypass surgeries but remains robust and sharp witted.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 31, 2022
I would have hoped that under such circumstances, I'd be noble and brave and quick witted.
From Salon • Jul. 23, 2022
She’s incredibly clever, quick witted and immensely skilled.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2020
The Mother Paula’s vandal had displayed a dark sense of humor that didn’t fit the Matherson boy’s dim- witted criminal history.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
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