reaction

Definition

An action or statement in response to a stimulus or other event.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English reaccion, from Old French reaction, from Latin reāctiō, from the verb reagō, from re- (“again”) + agō (“to act”); more at re-, action; equivalent to react + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "The announcement of the verdict brought a violent reaction."
• "You were in the courtroom. What is your reaction?"
• "When I last tried to eat strawberries I had a terrible allergic reaction."

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