English-Swedish translation of riposte

Translation of the word riposte from english to swedish, with synonyms, antonyms, verb conjugation, pronunciation, anagrams, examples of use.

riposte in Swedish

riposte
sports - fencingnoun ripost [u]
Synonyms for riposte
Anagrams of riposte

pterois, reposit

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Definitions of riposte
noun
1. riposte - (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge
  countermove, counterattack (chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board
  fencing the art or sport of fighting with swords (especially the use of foils or epees or sabres to score points under a set of rules)
verb
1. riposte - make a return thrust; "his opponent riposted"
  lunge, hurl, hurtle, thrust make a thrusting forward movement
  fencing the art or sport of fighting with swords (especially the use of foils or epees or sabres to score points under a set of rules)
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The riposte is an offensive action with the intent of hitting one's opponent, made by the fencer who has just parried an attack. In everyday language, a riposte is synonymous with a retort and describes a quick and witty reply to an argument or an insult.

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