Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
witling
Noun
/ˈwɪt.lɪŋ/
Definition
A person who pretends to be witty or clever but is often not.
Examples
- Although he tried to impress the group with his jokes, everyone quickly realized he was just a witling.
- The critic described the author’s work as lacking depth, calling it the work of a mere witling.
Meaning
Witling refers to someone who lacks true intelligence or wit but displays it in a superficial way.
Synonyms
- Fool
- Simpleton
- Buffoon
- Imitator
