1640s, "quick remark," from French repartie "an answering blow or thrust" (originally a fencing term), noun use of fem. past participle of Old French repartir "to reply promptly, start out again," from re- "back" (see re-) + partir "to part, depart, start" (see part (n.)). In 17c. often spelled reparty (see -ee). Meaning "a series of sharp rejoinders exchanged" is from 1680s.
实用例句
1. He is very sharp, a quick thinker and swift with repartee.
他非常机敏，反应很快，并且能说会道。来自柯林斯例句
2. He was acclaimed for his acerbic wit and repartee.
他以一针见血的妙语巧辩而备受好评。来自柯林斯例句
3. She was good at repartee.
她善于机智地应答。来自柯林斯例句
4. This diplomat possessed an excellent gift for repartee.
这位外交官具有卓越的应对才能.来自《简明英汉词典》
5. He was a brilliant debater and his gift of repartee was celebrated.
