GRE Word List
REPARTEE
a quick and witty reply
The meaning of the word repartee is a quick and witty reply.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| retrieve | to locate and bring in (killed or wounded game) |
| baffle | to defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert |
| manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |
| potion | a mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine) |
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| hallowed | holy |
| quip | a clever usually taunting remark : gibe |
| inept | generally incompetent : bungling |