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retort

verb

/rɪˈtɔːrt/

Meaning

To reply quickly or sharply, often in a witty or angry manner.

He quickly retorted that he was not to blame.

sharp retort

reply, respond, answer, counter

ask, question

retort sharply, witty retort, retort angrily

to give official permission or approval for something

to follow the commands, rules, or laws

to release from slavery or servitude; to set free

to possess, own, or hold

Make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size.

to decay or rot, producing a foul smell