Rejoinders are commonly used in casual conversation to show quick wit or humor.

Conversational Tone

A good rejoinder depends on timing; it should be immediate and spontaneous to be effective.

Timing Matters

Rejoinders often carry a connotation of intelligence or cleverness because they need quick thinking.

In legal settings, a rejoinder counters arguments and must be precise, using legal terminology.

Legal rejoinders are structured to address each point made by the opposing party systematically.

A legal rejoinder is formal, avoiding colloquial language and focusing on the matter at hand.