Pithy

/ˈpɪθ.i/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Concise and forcefully expressive; using few words to convey a lot of meaning.
The speech was brief yet pithy, leaving the audience inspired and thoughtful.
Characterized by brevity and substance.
His pithy remarks during the meeting highlighted the key issues without unnecessary elaboration.
Making a strong impression through succinctness.
She has a talent for writing pithy articles that capture the essence of complex topics.
Direct and effective in expression.
The poet’s pithy lines resonated with readers, evoking deep emotions with just a few words.

Etymology

From Middle English 'pithy', meaning full of pith, from 'pith', which means core or essence.

Common Phrases and Expressions

pithy quote
A short and meaningful statement that expresses an idea succinctly.
pithy comeback
A quick and cleverly sharp reply to an argument.

Related Words

pith
The essential or central part of something.
succinct
Briefly and clearly expressed.

Slang Meanings

A term used to describe something that is cleverly said in few words.
His joke was so pithy, everyone burst out laughing immediately.
Referring to a comment or statement that is impactful yet short.
She always delivers pithy advice that gets straight to the point.