riposted (Meaning)
riposted
a retaliatory maneuver or measure, a fencer's quick return thrust, a retaliatory verbal sally, a quick reply or action in return, a fencer's quick return thrust following a parry
Synonyms & Antonyms of riposted
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Synonyms:
- came back
- defended
- returned
- explained
- remarked
- denied
- corresponded
- countered
- acknowledged
- communicated
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riposted Sentence Examples
- The swordsman deftly riposted his opponent's thrust, sending a shower of sparks flying.
- The politician skillfully riposted the reporter's question, redirecting the conversation in his favor.
- The lawyer relentlessly riposted the opposing counsel's arguments, dismantling their case piece by piece.
- The historian riposted the author's interpretation of the past, citing irrefutable evidence.
- The scientist vehemently riposted the critic's claims, defending his research with unwavering conviction.
- The artist riposted the critic's negative review, explaining the deeper meaning and inspiration behind his work.
- The athlete riposted his rival's taunt, declaring his unwavering determination to triumph.
- The debater adeptly riposted his opponent's points, exposing inconsistencies and weaknesses in their logic.
- The diplomat cunningly riposted the foreign dignitary's veiled threat, maintaining both composure and a strong stance.
- The philosopher eloquently riposted the skeptic's doubts, offering a compelling defense of his beliefs.
FAQs About the word riposted
a retaliatory maneuver or measure, a fencer's quick return thrust, a retaliatory verbal sally, a quick reply or action in return, a fencer's quick return thrust
answered, responded,replied, commented,retorted, rejoined, reacted, came back, defended,returned
asked, inquired, questioned, pumped, grilled, queried,examined, interrogated, challenged, polled
The swordsman deftly riposted his opponent's thrust, sending a shower of sparks flying.
The politician skillfully riposted the reporter's question, redirecting the conversation in his favor.
The lawyer relentlessly riposted the opposing counsel's arguments, dismantling their case piece by piece.
The historian riposted the author's interpretation of the past, citing irrefutable evidence.
