quick-witted

• Décrit une personne à l'esprit vif, capable de penser ou de réagir rapidement, surtout dans une conversation ou face à un problème.

Describes someone who is mentally sharp and able to think or respond rapidly, especially in conversation or problem-solving.

1. Mentally nimble and resourcefulB2formal

   Having the ability to think and respond rapidly and cleverly, especially in challenging situations.

   vif d'esprit

   • The quick-witted student answered the teacher's difficult question before anyone else.
   • Her quick-witted remark defused the tense argument.
   • A quick-witted negotiator can turn a disadvantage into an opportunity.

   Synonymesalertastutecleveringeniousintelligentperceptivesharpshrewdsmart

   Antonymesdensedimdullobtuseslowslow-wittedstupid