Retort - Crossword Clue

Crossword Clue Last Updated: 19/08/2026

Below are possible answers for the crossword clue Retort.

6 letter answer(s) to retort

  1. a nonverbal reaction; "his answer to any problem was to get drunk"; "their answer was to sue me"
  2. a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation; "I waited several days for his answer"; "he wrote replies to several of his critics"
  3. a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem; "they were trying to find a peaceful solution"; "the answers were in the back of the book"; "he computed the result to four decimal places"
  4. be liable or accountable; "She must answer for her actions"
  5. be satisfactory for; meet the requirements of or serve the purpose of; "This may answer her needs"
  6. be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity; "A few words would answer"; "This car suits my purpose well"; "Will $100 do?"; "A 'B' grade doesn't suffice to get me into medical school"; "Nothing else will serve"
  7. give a defence or refutation of (a charge) or in

10 letter answer(s) to retort

9 letter answer(s) to retort

  1. (law) a pleading made by a defendant in response to the plaintiff's replication
  2. a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one);

7 letter answer(s) to retort

  1. (fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge
  2. a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one);
  3. answer back
  4. make a return thrust; "his opponent riposted"

Frequently asked questions about ‘Retort’

What's the best solution for Retort?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Retort is ANSWER. Other possible answers include ANSWERBACK, REJOINDER, RIPOSTE.

How many solutions are there for Retort?

We have found 4 possible answers for the crossword clue Retort.

Which crosswords feature clues like Retort?

Clues like Retort often appear in daily crosswords from publications such as The Guardian Quiptic, The Sunday Times Mephisto, Sunday Mirror, Metro, Daily Mail Mailword, among others.


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