English & Literature
According to Sir Richard Blackmore in "An Essay Upon Wit", how is wit defined?
his definition
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his definition
From the text:
Wit is a Qualification of the Mind, that raises and enlivens cold Sentiments and plain Propositions, by giving them an elegant and surprizing Turn.
An Essay Upon Wit