2006-06-21 07:55:54 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I think a lot of people are born with it, but I also think you can "acquire" it by increasing your confidence. When you are more relaxed and confident, you are likely to be witted and humorous.
2006-06-21 08:02:19 · answer #1 · answered by juggler 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well all I can suggest is to listen and read witty, well written books, shows, movies... etc..
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2006-06-21 08:01:31 · answer #2 · answered by JENNIFER L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People tell me I am witty. I was even witty when I got my wisdom teeth out! Whether or not I was born with it, I can't say, but I think reading books with witty authors/characters really helps. When I can't think of something witty of my own to say, I can always quote some book or movie. People will usually look at you with that oh-my-goodness look and say "What's that from!?" I'll tell them where I got it, but the fact that I could remember it is still a tribute to my own wit. I also have one of those memories for really random crap, so I think that might help. Good luck! "Wit beyond measure is man's greatest treasure!" -- Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. (See what I mean?)
2006-06-21 08:04:42 · answer #3 · answered by Quiet Amusement 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, it can be developed.
I'm a natural born quick-witteder and I have found that after a couple of years of hanging around with me, my friends all get quick witteder and quick wittederer.
2006-06-21 07:59:16 · answer #4 · answered by double_nubbins 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's partially being born with it I think. But perhaps you can sharpen your mind by doing things like puzzles, brain teasers and riddles. Then you can find-tune your wit by watching stand-up comics, funny movies/shows and paying attention to the people whose quick-wit you admire. Then when you are in a social setting, be alert and pay attention to the humor in situations...what people say or do....think in a sarcastic or witty manner and just come out with things.
2006-06-21 07:58:32 · answer #5 · answered by e_r_c_15 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It can be learned, but you need a starting off point. If you're serious about this question, I can point you to a few places where you'll learn the hard way about being quick and witty.
2006-06-21 07:59:06 · answer #6 · answered by Whitemamba 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to Quick-Wittedness 101. You'll be cool in no time.
2006-06-21 08:01:15 · answer #7 · answered by yer_a_moron 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a good question and I want to see the answers. I have the same problem. My BOSS and my son and my best friend can out-wit anyone and I'm so jealous. Maybe stay on here - go through some of the funny stuff - not to necessarily "copy" but you can probably get some ideas. :)
2006-06-21 07:59:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think you can increase your wittyness factor. Try reading allot. Increase your general knowelge through books. You'll find some books out there are full of quips. You'll begin to get a feel for them and therefore become more witty. :)
2006-06-21 07:58:50 · answer #9 · answered by Uncle Tim 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wouldn't you say that you are more witty with some people than with others? Some people just bring out the wit in you? That's how I feel about it. I tend to be with these people more and more.
2006-06-21 07:58:31 · answer #10 · answered by Tones 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋