GRE Word List

REPARTEE

a quick and witty reply

The meaning of the word repartee is a quick and witty reply.

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WordMeaning
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
somberso shaded as to be dark and gloomy
runicany of the characters of any of several alphabets used by the Germanic peoples from about the 3rd to the 13th centuries
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty