Riposte (noun)

1. A quick, clever reply to a question or remark, especially a caustic or sarcastic one.
2. A quick or clever response to an attack or criticism.

Origin:

From the french word riposter, meaning "to counterattack".

Examples:

1. The politician's riposte deflected the question.
2. The comedian's riposte got a laugh from the audience.
3. The athlete's riposte was a clever comeback.
4. The lawyer"s riposte effectively countered the opposing attorney"s argument.
5. The debater's riposte was a clever response to the previous argument.