GRE Word List

COMEBACK

a sharp or witty reply : retort

The meaning of the word comeback is a sharp or witty reply : retort.

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WordMeaning
adversitya state or instance of serious or continued difficulty or misfortune
tatterto make ragged
desperatehaving lost hope
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
graciousmarked by kindness and courtesy