skit

5 synonyms for skit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A short comic performance, usually a few minutes long, with a single joke or situation at its centre — the kind of thing performed at a school assembly, on a variety show or in a social media video.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

routine bit

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

sketch

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

spoof send-up

How to use skit

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

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Informal. Skit suggests something amateur, quick or homemade; a professional television writer is more likely to say sketch.

Etymology

Origin uncertain; possibly linked to Old Norse words for moving quickly, and connected to the English word "skittish".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “skit” mean?

The word “skit” means a short, often comic performance, usually by amateurs. In plain terms, a short funny or mocking scene, often performed for laughs.

What is the difference between a skit and a sketch?

They describe the same thing at different levels of polish. A sketch is a written, rehearsed piece performed by comedians on a show like Saturday Night Live; a skit is looser and more amateur, the word you would use for a camp performance, a classroom piece or a phone-filmed video.

How do you use “skit” in a sentence?

Here is “skit” used in a sentence: “The students performed a skit poking fun at their teachers.”

How long is a skit?

Typically one to five minutes. A skit carries a single premise and ends as soon as the joke has landed, which is why it rarely needs more than a few minutes.

What part of speech is “skit”?

“Skit” is a noun.

Where does the word “skit” come from?

The word “skit” comes from Old Norse. Origin uncertain; possibly linked to Old Norse words for moving quickly, and connected to the English word "skittish".

Is “skit” a common word?

“Skit” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “skit” have?

“Skit” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a short, often comic performance, usually by amateurs.

Related words

skittish

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