saltiness
- noun
- /ˈsɔltɪnəs/
- Informal
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picardía
- Her grandmother was known for the saltiness of her jokes at family gatherings.
Examples
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The comedian's saltiness was well-received by the late-night crowd.
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Some critics argue that the saltiness of the novel's dialogue adds authenticity to the characters.
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Her saltiness made the conversation lively.
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The comedian's saltiness kept the audience engaged.
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The saltiness of the comedian's humor had the audience laughing from start to finish.
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Critics noted that the saltiness of the dialogue in the film made it feel more relatable.
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His saltiness during the debate sparked both laughter and thoughtful discussions among the attendees.
Antonyms
How Earthy
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Saltiness in jokes comes from the idea of salt giving food a sharp, spicy kick, so speech that is 'salty' is sharp, earthy, or a bit coarse. A helpful way to remember it is to think of a 'salty' joke adding a strong, spicy flavor to conversation.