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Wit is educated insolence.

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Aristotle, the renowned philosopher, once said that 'Wit is educated insolence.' This quote suggests that cleverness or humor, when refined and developed through education, can come across as impudent or audacious. Aristotle implies that wit is not merely a natural ability, but requires learning and refinement to be truly effective.
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Philosopher, Greek
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