quick-witted
adjective
quick-wit·ted
ˈkwik-ˈwi-təd 
: quick in perception and understanding : mentally alert
quick-wittedly
adverb
quick-wittedness
noun
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the quick-witted child easily figured out the trick to making the toy work
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Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2024
Mercurial and quick-witted, Sofia seems determined to give Julian a run for his money.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2024
During the interviews, she's known for her quick-witted and flirty approach, but her interview with Garfield has been super anticipated because of their existing chemistry.
—Athena Sobhan, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
The thriller series returns Sunday for its second season starring Justin Hartley as quick-witted survivalist Colter Shaw.
—Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 13 Oct. 2024
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“Quick-witted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/quick-witted. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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