Riposte - Definition

n 1: a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty
or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the
teacher" [syn: rejoinder, retort, return, riposte,
replication, comeback, counter]
2: (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully
parrying the opponents lunge
v 1: make a return thrust; "his opponent riposted"
2: answer back [syn: retort, come back, repay, return,
riposte, rejoin]