respond

[ri-spond] / rɪˈspɒnd /

VERB

act in answer to something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acknowledge answer behave come back counter react reply return

STRONG

reciprocate rejoin retort

WEAK

act in response answer back be in touch with come back at come in feedback feel for field the question get back to get in touch talk back

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ask depart leave question request

Example Sentences

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The Exeter researchers say larger studies are needed to understand why some people respond more strongly than others.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

The company did not respond to AFP's request for comment.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

“My office and I are reviewing this lawsuit and will respond in court.”

From Salon • May 24, 2026

GKN Aerospace didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Rather than respond, Mother kept shuffling through his papers.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti

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