riposted
Returned the thrust
Riposted is the past tense of riposte, meaning to make a quick return thrust in fencing or, more commonly, to deliver a sharp verbal reply.
The fencing sense is technical; the figurative sense dominates: "That's rich coming from you," she riposted.
The word suggests wit and speed in response.
Defensive blade deflection
- thrustForceful forward motion
- lungeSudden forward movement
- touchéAcknowledgment of valid counterpoint
- foilDefeat a plan
epee · sabre · bout · feint · piste · disengage · fleche · bladework
parry
Defensive blade deflection
foil · epee · sabre · bout · feint · piste · disengage · fleche · bladework · footwork
rejoinder
Reply to a reply
repartee · rebuttal · counter · reply · zinger · clapback · wisecrack · one-liner · counterargument · snappy comeback
banter
Playful, teasing exchange
- sarcasmIrony used to mock
- wordplayVerbal wit techniques
- clevernessMental quickness and skill
irony · drollery · raillery · facetiousness · satire · jesting · quips · humor · repartee · playfulness