Quote by Ambrose Bierce

To be comic is merely to be playful, but wit is a serious matter. To laugh at it is to confess that you do not understand.

To be comic is merely to be playful, but wit is a serious ma

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This quote suggests that there is a distinction between being comic and being witty. Being comic implies a playful and lighthearted approach, while wit is regarded as a more serious and clever form of humor. By laughing at wit, one unknowingly admits their lack of comprehension or appreciation for the wit's cleverness. It highlights the idea that wit requires a certain level of intelligence and understanding to fully grasp and enjoy it.

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