RETORT definition: to reply to, usually in a sharp or retaliatory way; reply in kind to. See examples of retort used in a sentence.

retort implies a reaction to an implicit or explicit charge, criticism, or attack which contains a countercharge or counterattack.

RETORT definition: 1. to answer someone quickly in an angry or funny way: 2. a quick answer that is angry or funny…. Learn more.

1. to reply to, usu. in a sharp or retaliatory way. 2. to return (an accusation, epithet, etc.) upon the person uttering it. 3. to answer (an argument or the like) by another to the contrary. 4. to reply, esp. sharply. …

5 days ago · Noun retort (plural retorts) A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback. He countered her insult with a clever retort.

To retort means to reply angrily to someone. Was he afraid, he was asked. 'Afraid of what?' he retorted. [VERB with quote] Others retort that strong central power can be a dangerous thing. [VERB that] …

Definition of retort verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Factsheet What does the noun retort mean? There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun retort. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.

She retorted angrily that it wasn't true. He hurled a retort at his accuser. She made a clever retort.

To retort is to make a comeback, or a quick, witty answer or remark. It can be a form of payback when someone tries to insult or tease another person, and often, the perfect retort doesn't occur to you till …