Wisecrack
noun
A clever or amusing remark made in response to something.
He made a wisecrack that made everyone laugh.
Usage tips
Informal
witty remark,sarcastic comment,humorous quip
verb
To make a witty or sarcastic remark.
He likes to wisecrack during class, which sometimes annoys the teacher.
Usage tips
Informal
crack a joke,make a comment,inject humor
noun
A clever or amusing remark made in response to something.
He made a wisecrack that made everyone laugh.
Usage tips
Informal
witty remark,sarcastic comment,humorous quip
verb
To make a witty or sarcastic remark.
He likes to wisecrack during class, which sometimes annoys the teacher.
Usage tips
Informal
crack a joke,make a comment,inject humor
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wisecracks often aim to inject humor into serious conversations.
'His wisecrack lightened the mood during the meeting.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use wisecracks carefully in formal settings to avoid sounding disrespectful.
'Making wisecracks in a solemn event might offend some attendees.'
Pro Tip 3/3Wit
Wisecracks require a certain level of cleverness and spontaneity.
'She is known for her quick wit and sharp wisecracks.'
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wisecracks often aim to inject humor into serious conversations.
'His wisecrack lightened the mood during the meeting.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use wisecracks carefully in formal settings to avoid sounding disrespectful.
'Making wisecracks in a solemn event might offend some attendees.'
Pro Tip 3/3Wit
Wisecracks require a certain level of cleverness and spontaneity.
'She is known for her quick wit and sharp wisecracks.'
Pro Tip 1/3Humor
Wisecracks often aim to inject humor into serious conversations.
'His wisecrack lightened the mood during the meeting.'
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Use wisecracks carefully in formal settings to avoid sounding disrespectful.
'Making wisecracks in a solemn event might offend some attendees.'
Pro Tip 3/3Wit
Wisecracks require a certain level of cleverness and spontaneity.
'She is known for her quick wit and sharp wisecracks.'
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