The difference between Bon mot and Repartee
When used as nouns, bon mot means a clever saying, phrase or witticism, whereas repartee means a swift, witty reply, especially one that is amusing.
Repartee is also verb with the meaning: to reply with a repartee.
check bellow for the other definitions of Bon mot and Repartee
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Bon mot as a noun:
A clever saying, phrase or witticism; often, a witty riposte in dialogue.
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Repartee as a noun:
A swift, witty reply, especially one that is amusing.
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Repartee as a noun:
A conversation marked by a series of witty retorts.
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Repartee as a noun:
Skill in replying swiftly and wittily.
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Repartee as a verb:
To reply with a repartee
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Repartee as a verb:
To have a repartee (conversation marked by repartees)