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respond

verb
/rɪˈspɒnd/

Meaning

to give an answer or reply; to react to something
To say or do something in reply or reaction to a statement or action.

Example Sentences

Please respond to my email as soon as possible.

He did not respond to my question immediately.

Example Expressions

respond to treatment

Synonyms

reply, answer, react, acknowledge, retort
Entry 1
reply, answer, react, acknowledge
Entry 2
reply, answer, react, acknowledge, retort

Antonyms

ignore, neglect, disregard
Entry 1
ignore, neglect, disregard
Entry 2
ignore, neglect, disregard

Collocations

respond quickly, respond positively, respond to email, fail to respond, respond immediately, respond appropriately
Entry 1
respond quickly, respond positively, respond to email, fail to respond
Entry 2
respond quickly, respond positively, respond immediately, respond appropriately

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