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retort Antonyms

Opposite of retort

Because the opposite of retort shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A sharp, angry, or witty reply, especially one that turns the original speaker's words back upon them.

Usage Example

"She bit back a sharp question and calmly answered the panel's questions."

Strong
question
inquiry

• verb (Context 2)

To say something in answer to a remark or accusation, typically in a sharp, angry, or witty manner.

Usage Example

""That is entirely beside the point," he retorted during the debate."

Strong
ask
inquire
question

Similar words to retort

Words similar to retort shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

riposte
rejoinder
counter
comeback
repartee
rejoin
alembic
reply
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• Nearby Words

retirement
retiring
retool
retort
retouch
retouchable
retox

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Retort. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/retort
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