riposte.
A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
Meaning & usage
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.
An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.
Where this word comes from
From French riposte, taken from Italian risposta, a derivative of the verb rispondere (“to respond”).
To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.
Where this word comes from
From French riposte, taken from Italian risposta, a derivative of the verb rispondere (“to respond”).
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