response
word
Definition
A response is something you say, write, or do as an answer or reaction to something. It can be a reply to a question, a reaction to an event, or the way someone responds emotionally or physically.
Usage & Nuances
Common in everyday, academic, and professional English. Often used in patterns like 'in response to', 'a quick response', 'customer response', and 'emotional response'. 'Answer' is more direct for questions, while 'response' is broader and also covers reactions and actions.
Example Sentences
Her response was very clear.
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We are waiting for the doctor's response.
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The medicine caused a bad response in his body.
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Thanks for the quick response — that really helped.
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His joke got almost no response from the crowd.
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In response to the complaint, the company offered a refund.
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