Difference between Epigram and Quip

What is the difference between Epigram and Quip?

Epigram as a noun is an inscription in stone. while Quip as a noun is a smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort; a gibe.

Epigram

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An inscription in stone. A brief but witty saying. A short, witty or pithy poem.

Quip

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort; a gibe.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To make a quip.

We hope you now know whether to use Epigram or Quip in your sentence.

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