Truth and Wit

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Truth noun - Agreement with fact or reality.

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Wit and truth are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wit" instead a noun "Truth".

Wit noun - A person (as a writer) noted for or specializing in humor.

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Truth and wit are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Truth" instead a noun "Wit".

Nearby Words: witty, witling

pure	pure truth	pure wit
exact	exact truth	exact wit
original	original truth	original wit
obvious	obvious truth	obvious wit
Other adjectives: actual, great, dark, bitter.

The overlap in roles makes more sense when you realize that both require similar skillsets: Quick wit and the ability (and close relationship with their lord) necessary to speak truth to power.

Source: The Jester
The Valley of the Oracle in The Order of the Stick is a test of prowess and wit for those seeking the Truth, and if they succeed, they can get a True answer to any question.

Source: Gate of Truth

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