noun

1. A sharp or witty reply, or one which turns an argument against its originator; a comeback.

verb

1. To say something sharp or witty in answer to a remark or accusation.

2. To make a remark which reverses an argument upon its originator; to return, as an argument, accusation, censure, or incivility.

   “to retort the charge of vanity”

3. To bend or curve back.

   “a retorted line”

Synonyms: back answer, comeback, rejoinder