Retort ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Retort ( verb )

1. To reply in a sharp or witty manner, especially to a taunt or accusation.
2. To refute or counter an argument or statement.
3. To make a counter-statement or reply with a similar statement.

Origin:

From middle english retorten, from old french retorner, from latin retortus, the past participle of retorquere ("to twist back").

Examples:

1. He retorted with a clever comeback.
2. She retorted that his argument was invalid.
3. He retorted that her statement was not true.
4. She retorted that she had no reason to apologize.
5. The lawyer retorted that the evidence was not relevant.

(As a noun)

Retort ( noun )

1. To reply in a sharp or witty manner, especially to a taunt or accusation.
2. To refute or counter an argument or statement.
3. To make a counter-statement or reply with a similar statement.

Origin:

From middle english retorten, from old french retorner, from latin retortus, the past participle of retorquere ("to twist back").

Examples:

1. He retorted with a clever comeback.
2. She retorted that his argument was invalid.
3. He retorted that her statement was not true.
4. She retorted that she had no reason to apologize.
5. The lawyer retorted that the evidence was not relevant.