Verbally jousting (or sparring) is an activity in which two people engage in a verbal battle, usually involving witty banter or clever comebacks. It is a form of competition that requires quick thinking and the ability to think on one's feet. The term 'verbally joust' is derived from the word 'SPAR, ' which means to engage in a mock fight. The term is often used to describe a situation in which two people are engaged in a verbal battle of wits.