1
: a jeering or satirical remark : taunt
2
a
: a satirical or humorous story or sketch
b(1)
: a brief burlesque or comic sketch included in a dramatic performance (such as a revue)
(2)
: a short serious dramatic piece
especially
: one done by amateurs
Examples of skit in a Sentence
One of the funniest skits in the show was about cheerleading.
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While this interlude isn’t as striking as the fuller songs on Section .80, Kendrick’s brief verse hits harder than the album’s many skits.
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Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
The whole scenario sounds as improbable as one of Cleese’s iconic skits.
—Brian Robin, Orange County Register, 31 Jan. 2025
The comedian has frequently spoken of her husband in her comedy skits.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
In addition to Maddow, the skit also spoofed Stephanie Ruhle, Ari Melber, Joy Reid and Chris Hayes.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
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Stephen Kearse, Vulture, 4 Feb. 2025
The whole scenario sounds as improbable as one of Cleese’s iconic skits.
—Brian Robin, Orange County Register, 31 Jan. 2025
The comedian has frequently spoken of her husband in her comedy skits.
—Jordana Comiter, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
In addition to Maddow, the skit also spoofed Stephanie Ruhle, Ari Melber, Joy Reid and Chris Hayes.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 19 Jan. 2025
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“Skit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/skit. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.
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skit
noun
: a humorous story or sketch
especially
: a sketch included in a dramatic performance
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