💬Repartee

noun
/ˌrep.ɑːˈtiː/

Meaning

conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies
A quick, witty, and clever reply in conversation.

Example Sentences

The dinner party was filled with brilliant repartee between the guests.

The debate was full of sharp repartee between the two speakers.

Synonyms

banter, wit, wordplay, badinage, riposte, retort, quip, comeback
Entry 1
banter, wit, wordplay, badinage, riposte
Entry 2
banter, wit, retort, quip, comeback

Antonyms

silence, dullness, monotone
Entry 1
silence, dullness, monotone
Entry 2
silence, dullness

Collocations

witty repartee, brilliant repartee, quick repartee, exchange repartee, sharp repartee
Entry 1
witty repartee, brilliant repartee, quick repartee, exchange repartee
Entry 2
quick repartee, witty repartee, sharp repartee

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