Synonyms of retorted

retorted

verb

past tense of retort

as in replied

to speak or write in reaction to a question or to another reaction

when told she couldn't have it, she retorted, "Fine, I didn't want it anyway!"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• replied
• responded
• answered
• reacted
• rejoined
• riposted
• returned
• commented
• remarked
• came back
• acknowledged
• explained
• countered
• defended
• corresponded
• denied
• communicated
• rebutted
• refuted
• fielded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• asked
• inquired
• questioned
• examined
• challenged
• interrogated
• pumped
• grilled
• surveyed
• queried
• quizzed
• cross-examined
• polled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of retorted

As Saints retorted, Williams hit him with a backhand slap. — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026

Morgan retorted several of his statements. — Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026

Hellerstein retorted in one exchange with the prosecutor, questioning how the Maduros’ ability to pay their lawyers had any bearing on national security. — Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026

Andre retorted with mock indignation to a laugh from the audience. — Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026

Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill jokingly retorted on Wednesday. — Scott Powers, New York Times, 12 Mar. 2026

Alito retorted to laughter from the courtroom. — Nina Totenberg, NPR, 25 Feb. 2026

After critics picked apart her appearance during the 2015 Wimbledon tennis tournament, Williams took to social media and retorted with a carefree beach selfie. — Grace Gavilanes, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026

Noem retorted after Thompson raised the issue. — Arkansas Online, 12 Dec. 2025