Repartee
(noun)
A quick and clever reply to a remark or question.
Origin:
From the french word repartie, meaning "a quick retort", which is derived from the verb repartir, meaning "to retort".
Examples:
- The witty repartee between the two comedians had the audience in stitches.
- She was known for her clever repartee in conversations.
- The repartee between the two debaters was impressive.
- He was not prepared for the repartee from his opponent during the debate.
- The repartee in the play was witty and clever.