pithy
1 synonym and 2 antonyms for pithy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Expressed briefly but with a lot of meaning or force.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use pithy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a pithy comment
pithy quote
pithy remark
Etymology
From Middle English pithy, from pith ("core, essence") + -y.
Full origin of pithy →Frequently asked questions
What does “pithy” mean?
The word “pithy” means expressed briefly but with a lot of meaning or force. In plain terms, short and to the point, but packed with meaning — the opposite of rambling.
How do you pronounce “pithy”?
“Pithy” is pronounced PIH-thee (/ˈpɪθi/ in IPA).
How do you use “pithy” in a sentence?
Here is “pithy” used in a sentence: “Her pithy reply summed up the whole argument in one sentence.”
What part of speech is “pithy”?
“Pithy” is an adjective.
Where does the word “pithy” come from?
The word “pithy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English pithy, from pith ("core, essence") + -y.
