wits Meaning, Definition & Usage

noun the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception
marbles.
- he used his wits to get ahead
- I was scared out of my wits
- he still had all his marbles and was in full possession of a lively mind
noun a message whose ingenuity or verbal skill or incongruity has the power to evoke laughter
witticism; wittiness; wit; humor; humour.
noun mental ability
mental capacity; learning ability; mentality; brainpower; brain; wit.
- he's got plenty of brains but no common sense
noun a witty amusing person who makes jokes
wag; wit; card.