Synonyms of riposte

Noun

1. rejoinder, retort, return, riposte, replication, comeback, counter, reply, response

usage: a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"

2. riposte, counterattack, countermove

usage: (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge

Verb

1. riposte, lunge, hurl, hurtle, thrust

usage: make a return thrust; "his opponent riposted"

2. retort, come back, repay, return, riposte, rejoin, answer, reply, respond

usage: answer back

Definition and meaning of riposte (Dictionary)