Hit back
Pronunciation: /ˈhɪt ˈbæk/
Hit back (verb)
- To answer quickly when someone has criticized you or spoken rudely to you.
- To react to an attack or unfair treatment by doing something in return.
- In a game, to hit the ball or opponent back after they hit it first.
Examples
- She hit back with a calm answer.
- He hit back when they mocked him.