Difference between Quip and Epigram

What is the difference between Quip and Epigram?

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

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.

Part of speech: noun

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

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