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retort

🇬🇧 UK/rɪ'tɔːt/🇺🇸 US/ri'tɒ:t/
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Definitions

v.

To reply sharply or wittily, especially in response to a criticism or accusation

反驳,顶嘴,回嘴

n.

A sharp, witty, or clever reply, especially one that turns an argument against its maker; a comeback

反驳,回击;机智的反唇相讥

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
reagain, back
+
torttwist, turn, wrench
=retort

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She retorted angrily when he questioned her competence.

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