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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 show or declare that someone is not guilty of wrongdoing

to make or become wider or broader

to treat or worship someone or something as a god

To perform official duties, especially in a ceremony or as a referee.

to speak words; to express something in words

to win a victory over someone or something in a competition or battle