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replication vs retort

retort vs replication

replication and retort both are nouns.

replication is not a verb while retort is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
replication Yes No No No
retort Yes No Yes No
As nouns, replication and retort are synonyms defined as:
  • replication and retort: a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
Other synonyms of replication include comeback, counter, rejoinder, return, riposte.
replication (noun) retort (noun)
the act of making copies a vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat
the repetition of an experiment in order to test the validity of its conclusion a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
copy that is not the original; something that has been copied
the repetition of a sound resulting from reflection of the sound waves
(law) a pleading made by a plaintiff in reply to the defendant's plea or answer
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
(genetics) the process whereby DNA makes a copy of itself before cell division
replication (verb) retort (verb)
answer back
Difference between replication and retort

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