quick-witted
adjective
quick-wit·ted
ˈkwik-ˈwi-təd 
: quick in perception and understanding : mentally alert
quick-wittedly
adverb
quick-wittedness
noun
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Examples of quick-witted in a Sentence
the quick-witted child easily figured out the trick to making the toy work
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Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
An instant hit, thanks in part to Shankar’s quick-witted asides, the show already boasts nearly 500,000 followers across social channels.
—Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2024
Mercurial and quick-witted, Sofia seems determined to give Julian a run for his money.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
During the interviews, she's known for her quick-witted and flirty approach, but her interview with Garfield has been super anticipated because of their existing chemistry.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Quick-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick-witted. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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