arguzia — meaning in English
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English meaning
- gumption noun Practical common sense and the drive to get things done without being told.
- jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
- wit noun The ability to say clever, funny things quickly.
- witticism noun A clever and amusing remark.
- witty adjective Cleverly funny; able to make quick, amusing remarks.
Senses
arguzia is used for these senses in English:
- gumption (UK, Irish) Common sense, initiative, resourcefulness. [from early 18th c.]
- jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
- wit Intellectual ability; faculty of thinking, reasoning.
- wit The ability to think quickly; mental cleverness, especially under short time constraints.
- witticism a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.
- witty Quick of mind; insightful; in possession of wits.
jest — full definition
- noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
- verb To joke or speak playfully rather than seriously.
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