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
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
dissentto withhold assent or approval
listlesscharacterized by lack of interest, energy, or spirit
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
satirea literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn