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witwanton.

One who indulges in idle, foolish, and irreverent fancies or speculations; one who tries to be cleverly amusing but falls short.

9 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. One who indulges in idle, foolish, and irreverent fancies or speculations; one who tries to be cleverly amusing but falls short.

    archaic
Where this word comes from

From wit + wanton.

verb
  1. To indulge in vain, sportive, or irreverent wit; speculate idly or irreverently.

    archaic
Where this word comes from

From wit + wanton.

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