Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wordplay
Noun
/ˈwɜːrdˌpleɪ/
Definition
The clever and witty use of words to create humor or a play on their meanings.
Examples
- Using puns is a classic form of wordplay.
- In his speech, he included several clever examples of wordplay that had the audience laughing.
Meaning
Wordplay involves manipulating language in a fun way, often through puns, double meanings, or clever phrasing, to entertain or provoke thought.
Synonyms
- Pun
- Wit
- Paronomasia
- Quip
