This is the 13053rd most frequent Polish word.
odparł
"Odparł" means "he/she/it replied" or "responded."
The verb 'odparł' is used here to indicate that Jan responded with opposition to a claim, highlighting the nature of the reply.
"To nie jest prawda!" odparł Jan z wyraźnym oburzeniem.
"That is not true!" replied Jan with clear indignation.
Here, 'odparł' describes the act of making a quick response, emphasizing the promptness of the action.
Odparł szybko, by nie dać im czasu na zastanowienie.
He replied quickly to give them no time to think.
In this context, 'odparł' shows the act of providing a response, often clarifying or justifying one's position or decision.