6th grade Homework help - LA

[KimR]

Does anyone know of an antonym for repartee (meaning witty, stimulating conversation). My mind is drawing a blank on this one.

Thanks!
Kim

 

[Phrebert]

The Democratic Presidential debates?

 

[Rock'n Robin]

How about banter--bantering back and forth, etc.
Robin M.

 

[Cindy B]

Originally posted by KimR
Does anyone know of an antonym for repartee (meaning witty, stimulating conversation). My mind is drawing a blank on this one.

Thanks!
Kim

Type it in MS Word. Highlight on thesaurus, and pick the synonym, antonym option.

 

[Pin Wizard]

Here you go, Kim! From the thesaurus...

Entry Word: repartee
Function: noun
Text:
1
Synonyms: RETORT 2, back answer, comeback, riposte
2
Synonyms: BANTER, backchat, badinage, ||cross talk, persiflage, snip-snap
Related Words: humor, irony, sarcasm, satire, wit; rejoinder, response, retort

Thesaurus Symbols
* generally or often considered vulgar
|| usage restricted; consult a dictionary for more information

Pronunciation Key

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[DocRafiki]

KimR - what does "LA" mean?

Your 6th grade question boggles me. Do nouns really have antonyms?

 

[Cindy B]

LA= Language Arts