Word of the Day for 10th Grade

Sunday, May 17

rejoinder n

Definition: A pleading made by a defendant in response to the plaintiff's replication; A quick reply to a question or remark

Synonyms: counter, retort

Usage: Dale's insolence prompted a sharp rejoinder from his father, who strongly forbade his children from being disrespectful toward adults.

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