skit

noun

ˈskit How to pronounce skit (audio)
Synonyms of skitnext
1
: a jeering or satirical remark : taunt
2
a
: a satirical or humorous story or sketch
b(1)
: a brief burlesque or comic sketch included in a dramatic performance (such as a revue)
(2)
: a short serious dramatic piece
especially : one done by amateurs

Examples of skit in a Sentence

One of the funniest skits in the show was about cheerleading.
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Both coaches were asked about the value of a full 40-minute exhibition to open the season rather than the old Late Night format of skits, music, scoreboard videos and a short 10- to 20-minute intrasquad scrimmage. — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Oct. 2026 Popular comedian Antonis Kanakis poked fun at the 57-year-old’s flamboyant outfits in a skit posted online, donning a black wig and shimmering silver dress with a pink feather boa. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 Related Stories At one point in tonight’s skit, Jost’s Hegseth tells the crew of his plans to stream a live execution. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026 The FaceTime skit was very Sophie-and-Margo-coded, but don’t expect their characters to be in each other’s good graces when season 2 picks up. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for skit

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First Known Use

circa 1727, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of skit was circa 1727

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skit

noun
ˈskit How to pronounce skit (audio)
: a humorous story or sketch
especially : a sketch included in a dramatic performance

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