retort in Danish

retort in Danish is replik, retort, destillerkolbe — retort means a sharp, witty, or cutting reply, especially one that turns an insult back on the person who made it.

retort in Danish

replik

noun

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

retort

noun

(chemistry) A flask with a rounded base and a long neck that is bent down and tapered, used to heat a liquid for distillation.

destillerkolbe

noun

(chemistry) A flask with a rounded base and a long neck that is bent down and tapered, used to heat a liquid for distillation.

What does "retort" mean?

noun A sharp, witty, or cutting reply, especially one that turns an insult back on the person who made it.
"Her retort left him speechless."
verb To answer sharply or wittily, especially by turning the original remark back on the speaker.
""I could say the same about you," she retorted."
noun A long-necked glass flask used in chemistry, or a sealed vessel used in industry for heating materials at high temperatures.
"The chemist heated the mixture in a glass retort."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

retort in a sentence

Her retort left him speechless.
"At least I have a job," was his quick retort.
"I could say the same about you," she retorted.
He retorted that it was none of her business.

Similar words in Danish

counter return

Common Danish translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "retort" in Danish?

"retort" in Danish is replik, retort, destillerkolbe. retort means: A sharp, witty, or cutting reply, especially one that turns an insult back on the person who made it.

How do you use "retort" in a sentence?

Example: "Her retort left him speechless." In Danish, "retort" is replik, retort, destillerkolbe.

Are there other ways to say "retort" in Danish?

Yes — Danish has 3 translations listed for "retort": replik, retort, destillerkolbe.

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