rejoinder

🇬🇧 UK/ri'dʒɒindә/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

A sharp, witty, or critical reply, especially in response to an argument or question

反驳,机智的回答

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
rejoinderother
=rejoinder

Common Collocations

  • 1.sharp rejoinder犀利的反驳
  • 2.witty rejoinder机智的回应
  • 3.quick rejoinder迅速的回击
  • 4.[offer a rejoinder]予以反驳

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His sharp rejoinder silenced the critics who had questioned his research.

  • 2.

    She had a quick rejoinder ready for every argument he threw at her.

  • 3.

    The lawyer's witty rejoinder drew laughter from everyone in the courtroom.

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