sharp wit

language: pt

definitions

  1. The ability to think quickly and make clever, funny, or perceptive remarks; mental alertness and intelligence.
    pt: Engenho aguçado
  2. A type of intelligence characterized by being cutting, sarcastic, or critical in a clever way.
    pt: Engenho mordaz

examples

  1. Her sharp wit made her the life of every party.

    Seu engenho aguçado a tornava o centro de todas as festas.

  2. He used his sharp wit to mock his political opponents.

    Ele usou seu engenho mordaz para zombar de seus oponentes políticos.