The difference between Bon mot and Quip
When used as nouns, bon mot means a clever saying, phrase or witticism, whereas quip means a smart, sarcastic turn or jest.
Quip is also verb with the meaning: to make a quip.
check bellow for the other definitions of Bon mot and Quip
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Bon mot as a noun:
A clever saying, phrase or witticism; often, a witty riposte in dialogue.
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Quip as a noun:
A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.
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Quip as a verb (intransitive):
To make a quip.
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Quip as a verb (transitive):
To taunt; to treat with quips.