A witty comeback is a clever and often humorous response to a comment or situation. The term can be broken down into four crossword solutions: RIPOSTE (7 letters), REPARTEE (8 letters), RETORT (6 letters), and bonmot (6 letters). RIPOSTE is a quick, sharp reply to a remark or attack. REPARTEE is a conversation between two people that is characterized by quick, witty remarks. RETORT is a quick, often witty, reply to a comment or question. Bonmot is a clever remark or saying.