Summary
This quote suggests that wit, which refers to cleverness and quick thinking, is a form of insolence that has been refined and honed through education and exposure to culture. It implies that wit allows individuals to indulge in a certain level of impudence or cheekiness in their humor or remarks, but it is done with sophistication and refinement. The quote implies that wit is not simply about being funny or quick-witted, but it involves a certain level of knowledge and cultivation that allows one to engage in clever insolence.
Topics
Wit
By Aristotle