riposte

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/ɹɪˈpəʊst/ English

Definitions

noun

A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
A counter-attack in any combat or any sport
A quick and usually witty response to a taunt, a retort
An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem

verb

To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.

Related words

Synonyms

come back return comeback retort rejoin repay rejoinder counter-attack counterattack retaliation response ripost counterriposte counter-parry tac-au-tac renewal

Associated

remise fencer parry communists priority opponent offensive criticism pope attack magazine published

Rhymes

host engrossed post boast utmost outpost toast coast almost uppermost

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