repartee
nounUK /ˌrepɑːˈtiː/
US /ˌrepɑːrˈtiː/
Quick, funny answers that people say back and forth.
The two friends kept the whole table laughing with their clever repartee.
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2. A quick, witty reply.
Her repartee to the teasing question made everyone smile.
3. The skill of making clever, amusing remarks in conversation.
He is known for his sharp repartee at parties.
4. A lively exchange of clever remarks between people.
The debate turned into a friendly repartee between the two speakers.