Repartee (Noun)
Meaning
Adroitness and cleverness in reply.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Her quick repartee left her opponent speechless in the debate.
- The comedian's repartee was so sharp that the audience was in stitches.
- He was known for his repartee, always ready with a witty response to any insult.
- Her clever repartee saved her from an awkward situation with her ex-boyfriend.
- The actor's repartee was so natural that it seemed like he was making up the lines on the spot.