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QUICK-WITTED
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Mentally nimble and resourceful
Example:
saved an embarrassing situation with quick-witted tact
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Similar:
adroit (quick or skillful or adept in action or thought)
Derivation:
quick-wittedness (intelligence as revealed by an ability to give correct responses without delay)