To make worthwhile; to yield a result worth the effort.
Synonym of pay back in all senses.
To respond quickly; particularly if the response is humorous.
To attempt to hit an opponent after parrying an attack.
An answer or reply, rapidly uttered, in response to a question or problem.
A thrust given in return after parrying an attack.
A counter-attack in any combat or any sport
A quick and usually witty response to a taunt.