Sekirov Dictionary

riposte

UK /ɹɪˈpəʊst/US /ɹɪˈpoʊst/

noun 4
verb 2
forms 3

noun4

A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.
(figurative) A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.

verb2

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

forms

riposted · riposting · ripostes

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