
Epigrammatic
Succinct Humor
Use 'epigrammatic' for describing short, humorous remarks that are smartly phrased.
The comedian's epigrammatic quips kept the audience laughing.
Not About Length
'Epigrammatic' doesn't specify length - it's about the impact and wit of the words.
His tweet was epigrammatic, captivating readers with its brevity and wit.
Avoid Overuse
Don't overuse 'epigrammatic' to avoid sounding pretentious; it's for distinctively clever lines.
She occasionally dropped an epigrammatic comment, making her point without overstating it. Compare with
BriefConciseCynicLaconicPithySuccinctTerseWitty
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