Asked by Chuck Bass
besting another’s remark or turning it to one’s own advantage in a contest of wits
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The best single-word fit is "riposte."
- Riposte (noun/verb): a quick, clever reply that turns an opponent’s remark to one’s advantage.
Example: "Her riposte silenced his attempt at insult."
Close alternatives:
- retort — a sharp or clever reply (less fencing connotation).
- repartee — quick, witty conversation or an instance of such a reply.
- one-upmanship — the practice of trying to outdo someone (more general behavior).
- parry — to deflect or ward off (often used figuratively for replies).
Use "riposte" when you want the specific sense of a swift, skillful comeback that turns an opponent’s words against them.
- Riposte (noun/verb): a quick, clever reply that turns an opponent’s remark to one’s advantage.
Example: "Her riposte silenced his attempt at insult."
Close alternatives:
- retort — a sharp or clever reply (less fencing connotation).
- repartee — quick, witty conversation or an instance of such a reply.
- one-upmanship — the practice of trying to outdo someone (more general behavior).
- parry — to deflect or ward off (often used figuratively for replies).
Use "riposte" when you want the specific sense of a swift, skillful comeback that turns an opponent’s words against them.
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