B1 — Intermediateadjective
spiritoso
witty, clever, humorous
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
argutobrillanteumoristicofacetovivace
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
noiosopiattoseriopesanteprivo di umorismo
Usage note
'Spiritoso' implies sparkling wit. 'Arguto' is the more literary term for clever/sharp humour. 'Faceto' (facetious) can be slightly negative (not knowing when to be serious). 'Vivace' adds energy. 'Umoristico' means humorous in style.
Example
"Fa sempre battute spiritose che fanno ridere tutti."
"He always makes witty remarks that make everyone laugh."
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