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

  1. Bon mot as a noun:

    A clever saying, phrase or witticism; often, a witty riposte in dialogue.

  1. Quip as a noun:

    A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.

  1. Quip as a verb (intransitive):

    To make a quip.

  2. Quip as a verb (transitive):

    To taunt; to treat with quips.

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