English

Noun

bon mot ‎(plural bons mots or bon mots)

1. A clever saying, phrase or witticism; often, a witty riposte in dialogue.

Synonyms

• witticism
• quip
• remark
• repartee

Translations

See also

• mot juste

French

Noun

bon mot m ‎(plural bons mots)

1. witticism; literally, “good word”.

Synonyms

• mot d'esprit

See also

• calembour
• jeu de mot
• l'esprit de l'escalier
• mot juste