Clever and Sorry

Clever

Clever adjective - Given to or marked by mature intelligent humor.
Usage example: a clever joke that requires a little bit of thought on the part of the listener

Sorry is an antonym for clever.

Nearby Words: cleverness, cleverly

Sorry

Sorry adjective - Arousing or deserving of one's loathing and disgust.

Clever is an antonym for sorry.

Nearby Words: sorrow, sorriness

Both words in one sentence

  • Recap / Doctor Who 2012 CS "The Snowmen" It doesn't suit you.Strax: Sorry, sir.Doctor: I'm the clever one, you're the potato one.Strax: Yes, sir.Doctor: Now go away.Strax: Yes...Mister Holmes.Doctor: Oi!
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