Synonyms of comebacks

comebacks

noun

plural of comeback

1

as in retorts

a quick witty response

always ready with a comeback for every insult

Synonyms & Similar Words

• retorts
• insults
• ripostes
• repartees
• wisecracks
• quips
• witticisms
• zingers
• sallies
• back talks
• cuts
• put-downs
• squelches
• cracks

2

as in responses

something spoken or written in reaction especially to a question

regardless of the question posed by the prosecutor, the witness had a plausible comeback

Synonyms & Similar Words

• responses
• replies
• answers
• reactions
• returns
• rejoinders
• retorts
• remarks
• observations
• comments
• communications
• replications
• banters
• repartees
• feedback
• rebuttals
• explanations
• back talks
• justifications
• non sequiturs
• refutations
• persiflages
• acknowledgments
• defenses
• correspondences
• pleas

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• questions
• inquiries
• queries
• challenges
• charges
• interrogations
• interrogatories
• surveys
• polls
• quizzes
• questionnaires
• cross-examinations

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of comebacks

Mercedes-Benz Stadium might never again see two comebacks like the ones engineered by Messi in Atlanta. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Even if the 2026 Royals can’t add their name to that roster of amazing comebacks, the Kansas City front office sees a bright future for many players. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026

In other words, companies including J & J have the chance to validate their comebacks this earnings season. — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Like Brady, Mahomes has the Super Bowl rings and legendary postseason comebacks. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026

In addition, replacing the rotors helps avoid comebacks due to vibration. — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs and Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old British wild card who grew up minutes from Wimbledon, has surged into his first major semifinal, captivating home crowds with Houdini-like comebacks. — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

After 95 games held over four weeks packed with upsets, hydration breaks, and late match comebacks, the stage is set for eight remaining nations to take the pitch in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 9 July 2026

Enzo Fernández headed the winning goal in stoppage time to complete one of the great World Cup comebacks. — Kaylah Jackson, NBC news, 8 July 2026