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respond
[ri-spond]
verb (used without object)
to reply or answer in words.
to respond briefly to a question.
Synonyms:to make a return by some action as if in answer.
to respond generously to a charity drive.
Synonyms: , ,to react favorably.
Physiology.to exhibit some action or effect as if in answer; react.
Nerves respond to a stimulus.
to correspond (usually followed byto ).
Bridge.to make a response.
verb (used with object)
to say in answer; reply.
noun
Architecture.a half pier, pilaster, or the like projecting from a wall as a support for a lintel or an arch, the other side of which is supported on a free-standing pier or column.
Ecclesiastical.
a short anthem chanted at intervals during the reading of a lection.
respond
/ ɪˈɒԻ /
verb
to state or utter (something) in reply
(intr) to act in reply; react
to respond by issuing an invitation
to react favourably
this patient will respond to treatment
an archaic word for correspond
noun
architect a pilaster or an engaged column that supports an arch or a lintel
Christianity a choral anthem chanted in response to a lesson read at a church service
Other Word Forms
- overrespond verb
- unresponding adjective
- ˈDzԻ noun
- ˈDzԻԳ noun
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of respond1
Example Sentences
The Dodgers did not respond to a request for comment.
Swap meet officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
His players responded by dominating in the Division 1 playoffs.
In 2022, following the start of the Ukraine war, the Conservative government responded to higher energy prices by stepping in to help households with their bills.
She said the people in the van didn’t respond.
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