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riposte

/ɹɪˈpoʊst/

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What does riposte mean?

noun

  1. A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
  2. A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.
  3. (figuratively) A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
More meanings (3)

noun

  1. An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.

verb

  1. To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
  2. To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.
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IPA pronunciation

/ɹɪˈpoʊst/

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