Keen-witted
What it means
Quick to understand, reason, and respond intelligently.
Reach for it when praising mental speed joined to sound judgment
The keen-witted guide found a safer route before the light faded.
Words to choose between 7
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playful
Fits when thought moves flexibly between ideas
Careful Nimble-minded is uncommon and may sound manufactured.
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everyday
Fits when fast clever responses are the evidence
Careful Quick-witted favors verbal speed and may not show careful reasoning.
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everyday
Fits when informal praise for quick intelligence fits
Careful Sharp can suggest a cutting manner or refer to senses and appearance.
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warm
Fits when exceptional intellectual ability is well supported
Careful Brilliant is sweeping praise and should not rest on one quick answer.
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warm
Fits when inventive thinking solves the immediate problem
Careful Clever can sound slight or imply trickery.
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professional
Fits when meaning behind the facts is recognized
Careful Perceptive does not capture speed of response.
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formal
Fits when practical intelligence yields a shrewd conclusion
Careful Astute may suggest strategic self-interest rather than open curiosity.
Opposites 3
- dull-witted
- slow
- obtuse
Common phrases 3
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keen-witted reply
Her keen-witted reply exposed the false choice without embarrassing the speaker.
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keen-witted student
The keen-witted student tested the premise before attempting the proof.
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keen-witted solution
A keen-witted solution used the existing ramp in both directions.
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