Word: retort
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: re
tort
Definition: A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback.
Morphemes:
Affix: retort
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: retortus
Language: la
Decoded: retortus
PoS: Participle
Meaning: twisted, turned, bent