witticism
quip
a joke or witty remark
a witty remark
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The noun form for the adjective witty is wittiness. Another noun form is wit.
funny
A quip is a witty remark.
It is a kind of witty remark...
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Actually listen to people talking.Think about what you're doing; if it doesn't read right, it's not right.Make it consistent with character; eg do not have a stupid character suddenly coming out with the perfect witty remark randomly, out of nowhere. Either they have to have a background to the remark or you have to give that remark to another character.
a joke or witty remark
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With a witty and pithy remark
"un bon mot" is a wisecrack / a witty remark
A compound word that fits this description is "quip." A quip is a clever or witty remark, often made in a humorous context. While "quip" itself is not a compound word, it captures the essence of a smart, amusing comment. If you're looking for a true compound word, "wisecrack" could be another option, as it denotes a clever or sarcastic remark intended to amuse.
Nate Witty's birth name is Nathaniel Harbour Witty.