riposting (0 synonym found)

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Definition of riposting:

(n) : (figurative) A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
(n) : An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.
(n) : (by extension) A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.
(n) : (fencing) A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
(v) : (fencing) To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
(v) : To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.

Definition of riposting:

(n) : (figurative) A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.
(n) : An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.
(n) : (by extension) A counter-attack in any combat or any sport.
(n) : (fencing) A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
(v) : (fencing) To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
(v) : To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.

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