Quote by William Congreve

A wit should no more be sincere, than a woman constant; one argues a decay of parts, as to other of beauty.


A wit should no more be sincere, than a woman constant; one

Summary

This quote suggests that being witty and sincere should not go hand in hand, just as a woman's beauty and constancy should not be expected simultaneously. It implies that sincerity may indicate a lack of wit or intelligence, while constancy suggests a diminishing attractiveness. The quote seems to imply that both qualities cannot coexist in their fullest extent, suggesting a trade-off between these attributes.

By William Congreve
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