touché

/tuːˈʃeɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a remark or action that is witty or clever in response to a previous remark or action.

“The comedian’s quick comeback was a perfect touché.”

2. verb

to make a witty or clever remark or action in response to a previous remark or action.

“The audience laughed at the touché from the comedian.”

Synonyms

  • riposte
  • witticism

Antonyms

  • insult
  • slur