illustration Repartee

Repartee

[rep-ər-TEE]

Part of speech: noun

Origin: French, 17th century

1.

Conversation or speech characterized by quick, witty comments or replies.

Examples of Repartee in a sentence

"The mixture of guests from different social circles always ensures entertaining repartee at Alex’s cocktail parties."

"Kevin would rather see a movie where the action is in the repartee rather than on-screen fighting."

illustration Repartee

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