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retort

/ɹˈitˌɔɹt/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

noun

  1. a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
    “it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher”
  2. a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat

verb

  1. answer back

Synonyms for retort

Words that rhyme with retort

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