In fencing, a return thrust after a parry.

French, Fencing term, meaning to counter strike. In Italian, Riposta, in Spanish, Repuesta, in Portuguese, Riposta.

An attack initiated after a successful parry.

counter attack after the opponent's attack has been parried.

A quick and sharp refort; a repartee.

a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one); "it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher"

Sharp, quick action or reply. Also Comeback.