Definition

Describing something that is concise, clever, and often witty, typically in the form of a short poem or saying.

Example

The author's epigrammatic style made his writing both engaging and thought-provoking.

Conversation

Have you read that new book of quotes?

Yeah, I loved how epigrammatic some of the sayings were!

I agree! They really make you think in just a few words.

Exactly, that's what makes them so powerful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Epigrammatic → It is formed from "epigram" (from Greek "epigramma", meaning an inscription or a short poem) and the suffix "-atic" (meaning pertaining to or characterized by). The word "epigrammatic" refers to something that is characteristic of or resembling an epigram, often marked by brevity and wit.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'epigram' as a short, witty saying, and remember that 'epigrammatic' describes something that has that same clever and concise quality.

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