CEFR B1

retort

verb

Meaning

To reply quickly and sharply, often angrily or angrily, to something that has been said.

Examples

She retorted that he was being unfair.
He retorted with a sarcastic comment.

Synonyms: reply, answer, respond, rejoin

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retort (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈtɔːrt/

Definition

To reply quickly and sharply, often angrily or angrily, to something that has been said.

Examples

She retorted that he was being unfair.
He retorted with a sarcastic comment.
When accused of lying, he retorted, 'That's not true!'

How to Use retort

retort to (prepositional phrase): To reply to someone or something. — "She retorted to his question with a smile."
retort that (collocation): To reply to something by stating a fact or opinion. — "He retorted that he had already finished the work."

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