recriminate

verb

1. (ambitransitive)To accuse in return, state an accusation in return, make a countercharge.

   “Tom said Harry had lied, and Harry recriminated by saying Tom had manipulated him.”

   “It is not my business to recriminate, hoping sufficiently to clear myself in this matter.”

   “Besides, he might come and begin a string of abuse or complainings; I’m certain I should recriminate, and God knows where we should end!”