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RETORTS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Retorts.

Retorts - as a noun

A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)

Example: "It brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
comeback20counter9rejoinder17replication15return6riposte9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
reply10response10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
vessel9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Retorts - as a verb

Answer back

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come backrejoin13repay10return6riposte9

Example Sentences

"He made some cutting retorts during the argument."
"Her retorts were filled with sarcasm."
"The comedian's retorts had the audience in stitches."
"His quick retorts silenced the hecklers in the audience."
"She had a repertoire of clever retorts up her sleeve."
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Word Game Points

Is RETORTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retorts is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RETORTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.

Is RETORTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retorts is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETORTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is RETORTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retorts is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETORTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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