touché
5
8.2
- noun
- /tuˈʃeɪ/
:
tocado
- "Touché," Regan grinned.
Examples
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Gee, Mr. Hanson, touché, but isn't that hitting below the belt a little?
Blog text (23) -
"Touché," Pandora laughed and shook her head.
Fiction book (1990) -
Touché, but would you have ever expected anyone with a D behind their name?
Blog text (19) -
Touché, and what a great green day this has become!
Blog text (1) -
Touché, they are denied certain privileges which are granted by the state.
Blog text (16) -
Touché, Mr. Gingrich, well said.
Blog text (29) -
Touché, salesman, but keep in mind that although it’s important not to be a flake and drop everything, classes should always be the priority.
Blog text (20) -
"Touché," said Stephens, grabbing his coat and heading for the door.
Fiction book (1995) -
Touché, Theresa.
Fiction book (1995) -
She made a great argument during the debate, and I had to say, "Touché!"
Synonyms
47
3.7
A quick witty or critical reply to a remark
14
6.1
A quick clever reply to a comment that shows anger or wit
9
8.3
Short, clever answers that make people laugh or the skill of giving them in conversation
4
7.7
A quick clever reply that answers and often criticizes someone
2
8.3
A quick clever reply to a remark or criticism
1
3.6
A fast, clever reply to a remark or insult
A quick smart reply that surprises and stops someone from criticizing you
A quick, clever reply that surprises others
A quick clever reply that answers an insult or criticism
Surface Forms
Etymology
Touché was first the name for a hit in fencing, from the French toucher meaning 'to touch'. A quick, clever remark that 'hits' its target became a touché, which is why the noun means a smart reply or acknowledgment.