rejoinder

/rɛdʒˈwaɪndər/

Definitions

1. noun

A reply or answer, especially a formal or written one, often in response to a criticism or accusation.

“The lawyer’s rejoinder to the prosecution’s accusation helped to clear her client’s name.”

2. verb

To make a reply or answer, especially a formal or written one, often in response to a criticism or accusation.

“The witness rejoined the defense team’s argument, claiming the evidence was unreliable.”

Synonyms

  • answer
  • reply
  • response
  • retort

Antonyms

  • ignoring
  • silence