respond

Definition

To say something in return; to answer; to reply.

Etymology

From Middle English respounden, from Old French respondre, from Late Latin respondō, from Latin respondeō. Cf. Modern French répondre.

Example Sentences

• "to respond to a question or an argument"
• "As in much of biology, the most satisfying truths in ecology derive from manipulative experimentation. Tinker with nature and quantify how it responds."
• "For his great deeds respond his speeches great."