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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    witty remark sharp retort quick wit clever quip humorous comment astute observation ingenious response smart comeback wise crack cutting remark biting riposte sarcastic comment ironic remark clever rejoinder sharp tongue incisive comment perceptive observation clever phrase humorous riposte clever put-down sharp wit clever bon mot clever repartee quick retort sharp comment clever quirk clever sally clever jest clever jibe clever taunt clever gibe clever sneer clever snub

    Meaning of Clever Response

    A clever response is a quick, witty, and often humorous remark made in reaction to a situation or comment.

    Definitions

    • A clever response is a remark that is both witty and insightful, often made in a challenging or provocative situation.
    • * It can also refer to a comment that is cleverly worded or cleverly thought out, often with the intention of being humorous or ironic.

    Etymology of Clever Response

    The word "clever" comes from the Old English word "clīeg", which means "skilful" or "cunning".
    The word "response" comes from the Latin word "respondere", which means "to answer" or "to reply".
    The phrase "clever response" has been in use since the 17th century, and has been used to describe a wide range of remarks and comments that are both witty and insightful.

    Example Uses

    • She made a clever response to the interviewer's question, turning the tables and asking him a question in return.
    • * His clever response to the joke had everyone in the room laughing.
    • * The comedian's clever response to the heckler's comment brought the house down.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    dull remark stupid comment foolish observation unwise statement thoughtless comment insensitive remark tactless observation unperceptive comment unimaginative response uninspired remark unoriginal comment bland statement vapid observation empty comment hollow remark uninteresting response mundane observation trite comment commonplace remark banal statement hackneyed observation

    Related Nouns

    humor wit satire irony sarcasm repartee banter joke quip remark comment observation statement phrase expression idiom colloquialism slang dialect language vocabulary phraseology rhetoric oratory eloquence fluency articulateness

    Related Verbs

    respond react reply answer retort riposte quip joke jest jibe sneer snub taunt gibe tease mock ridicule satirize ironize caricature parody mimic ape echo imitate

    Related Adjectives

    witty clever sharp quick humorous ironic sarcastic satirical ironic perceptive insightful astute ingenious smart wise cunning skilful artful adept adroit agile nimble brisk lively vivacious engaging charming persuasive eloquent fluent articulate