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RETORTING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Retorting.

Retorting - 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)
comebackcounterrejoinderreplicationreturnriposte
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
replyresponse
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
vessel
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Retorting - as a verb

Answer back

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come backrejoinrepayreturnriposte

Example Sentences

"He was retorting with great wit and humor."
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Word Game Points

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

RETORTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is RETORTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retorting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETORTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is RETORTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retorting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETORTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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