How to pronounce "riposte"

• "riposte" pronounced in English.

• "riposte" pronounced in French.

Meanings and definitions of "riposte"

Noun

a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"

Synonyms:

• rejoinder
• retort
• return
• riposte
• replication
• comeback
• counter

Noun

(fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge

Synonyms:

• riposte

Verb

make a return thrust; "his opponent riposted"

Synonyms:

• riposte

Verb

answer back

Synonyms:

• retort
• come back
• repay
• return
• riposte
• rejoin