response
/rɪˈspɒns/an answer or reply to a question, request, or situation
She gave a thoughtful response to the interview question.
Her answer was well-considered and detailed.
The government's response to the disaster was criticized as slow.
People felt the authorities did not act quickly enough.
Can be verbal, written, or physical (e.g., a gesture).
a reaction or effect produced by a stimulus
The patient's response to the medication was positive.
The drug had the desired effect on the patient.
The system's response time was measured in milliseconds.
The computer processed the input very quickly.
Often used in medical or technical contexts to describe measurable reactions.
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'response' for formal or official replies; 'reply' or 'answer' for casual contexts.
⚡Gold Rule
Verb vs. Noun
'Response' is a noun; the verb form is 'respond'.
📖Word Origin
From Middle French 'respons', from Latin 'responsum' (a reply), past participle of 'respondere' (to answer).
📝Usage Notes
Can be used as a verb ('respond') or noun ('response'). In formal contexts, often implies a considered or official reaction.